2008 BMW 323 vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2008 BMW 323 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 2008 BMW 323. (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 323 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 323 | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2730 mm |
