2007 BMW 328 vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 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 299 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2012 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 328 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 74 L |
