2012 BMW 128 vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, both 2012 BMW 128 and 2012 Nissan GT-R were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 2012 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 152 kg more than 2012 BMW 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 128. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 128. 2012 Nissan GT-R has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 128 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 128 | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 128 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4374 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1412 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2659 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 74 L |
