2004 BMW M5 vs. 1994 Nissan 270 R
To start off, 2004 BMW M5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 270 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 270 R would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP) has 230 more horse power than 1994 Nissan 270 R. (270 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan 270 R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 492 kg more than 1994 Nissan 270 R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 BMW M5 (520 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan 270 R. (344 Nm). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan 270 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M5 | 1994 Nissan 270 R | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M5 | 270 R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 273 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
