2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2013 BMW 6 series. (439 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 6 series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 952 kg more than 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1. (638 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Nissan | BMW |
Model | R 390 GT1 | 6 series |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 638 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4897 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1364 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2855 mm |