2002 BMW 332 vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 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 147 more horse power than 2002 BMW 332. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 332. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 82 kg more than 2002 BMW 332. 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 2002 BMW 332. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 332. (330 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 332.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 332 | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
