2005 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 117 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 530 | GT-R |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 628 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |