2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 BMW Convertible. (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 300 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan 400 R. (471 Nm). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | Convertible | 400 R |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 318 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
