2009 BMW 120 vs. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (169 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (638 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 120 | 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 120 | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 638 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |