2008 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 525 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
