2008 BMW 320 vs. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 7 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 375 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 372 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 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 320 | 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 320 | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |