2007 BMW 120 vs. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2007 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 120 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120. 2007 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 120 | 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 120 | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |