2006 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2006 BMW M3. (333 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 167 kg more than 2006 BMW M3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW M3. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW M3 | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M3 | GT-R |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3245 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 333 HP | 530 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 607 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1737 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4671 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |