2004 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (480 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2009 Nissan GT-R.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 330 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
