2009 BMW M6 vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M6 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Nissan GT-R. (485 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan GT-R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 457 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M6. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M6 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
