BMW i8 Coupe vs Nissan GT-R Comparison

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Things we like	--	Exhilarating performance Amazing handling Read More
Things we don't like	--	Slightly dated interior cabin design Stiff ride quality Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	3	6
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Compression Ratio	9.5:1	--
Battery Type	Li-ion	--
Battery Capacity	11.6 kWh	--
Secondary Engine Fuel Type	Electric	--
Fuel Supply System	--	EFI

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Transmission

Gear Box	6-Speed	6-Speed
Transmission Type	Automatic	Manual
Drive Type	AWD	AWD

Performance

Engine Displacement	1499 cc	3799 cc
Power	231 hp	562 hp
Torque	320 Nm	632 Nm
Top Speed	250 kmph	--
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Acceleration	4.4 s	--
Secondary Engine Max Power	141 hp	--
Secondary Engine Max Torque	250 Nm Nm	--
Fuel Consumption	1.9	11.7

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Dimensions & Capacity

Seating Capacity	4 seats	4 seats
Length	4689 mm	4710 mm
Width	1942 mm	1895 mm
Ground Clearance	117 mm	110 mm
Height	1298 mm	1370 mm
Wheel Base	2800 mm	2780 mm
Front Tread	1644 mm	1590 mm
Rear Tread	1715 mm	1600 mm
No Of Doors	2	2
Kerb Weight	1535 Kg	1752 kg
Gross Weight	1920 kg	2200 kg
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	--	74 L

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	M Sport Suspension	Double Wishbone
Rear Suspension	M Sport Suspension	Multi-Link
Shock Absorbers Type	--	Coil Spring

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	20 Inch	20 Inch
Tyre Size	195/50 R20	255/40 ZRF20
Tyre Type	Radial	Runflat
Wheel Size	R20	ZRF20

Steering

Steering Type	Electric Power	Hydraulic Power
Steering Column	Adjustable	Adjustable
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Turning Radius	--	5.7 m

Security

Smart Access Card Entry	No	No
Central Locking	Yes	Yes
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes

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Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	--
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	--
Rear Camera	Yes	--
Parking Sensors	Yes	--
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	--	Yes

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Engine Details

Engine	1.5L Petrol Engine, 3 Cylinder 12 Valve 1.5L Petrol Engine, 3 Cylinder 12 Valve	3.8L Petrol Engine, 6 Cylinder 24 Valve DOHC 3.8L Petrol Engine, 6 Cylinder 24 Valve DOHC
Valve Configuration	--	DOHC DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Heated Seats - Front	No	--
Heated Seats - Rear	No	No
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
On Board Computer	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	--
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	--
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	No
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	--
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	Yes
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	--	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	--	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	--	Yes
Vanity Mirror	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	Yes	--
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	--
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	--
Rear Window Wiper	No	No
Rear Window Washer	No	No
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs
Rear Brake Type	Discs Discs	Discs Discs
Fog Lights Rear	--	Yes
Rear Spoiler	--	Yes
Roof Carrier	--	No
Side Stepper	--	No

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	No	No
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	--
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Emission Norm Compliance	Euro 6 Euro 6	--
Headlamp Type	LED LED	LED LED

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