2009 BMW M5 vs. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2009 BMW M5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 BMW M5. (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M5 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M5. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M5 | 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | M5 | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |