2007 BMW 335 vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 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 236 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 197 kg more than 2007 BMW 335. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 335 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
