2005 BMW M6 vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 BMW M6. (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M6 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2012 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M6. (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW M6 | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M6 | GT-R |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 607 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |