X3 M50 xDrive vs Skyline 400R
BMW · Nissan
1/4 Mile winner
X3 M50 xDrive
Beats the Skyline 400R by 0.11s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the X3 M50 xDrive beats the Skyline 400R comfortably, finishing 0.11 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the X3 M50 xDrive thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
393 hp
400 hp
0–100 km/h
4.4s
4.5s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
3.0L Turbo I6 MHEV
3.0L Twin-Turbo V6
Fuel
Mild Hybrid
Petrol
Torque
580 Nm
475 Nm
Price
$65,000
$70,000
Simulated race times
Distance
X3 M50 xDrive
Skyline 400R
100 m
5.511s
5.566s
1/8 mile
8.173s
8.251s
1/4 mile
12.348s
12.456s
1 km
22.372s
22.526s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: X3 M50 xDrive is $65,000 vs $70,000 for the Skyline 400R — a $5,000 gap.
FAQ
Which is faster, the X3 M50 xDrive or the Skyline 400R?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the X3 M50 xDrive is faster, beating the Skyline 400R by 0.11 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the X3 M50 xDrive vs the Skyline 400R?
The X3 M50 xDrive hits 100 km/h in 4.4 seconds, while the Skyline 400R does it in 4.5 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The X3 M50 xDrive produces 393 hp; the Skyline 400R produces 400 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The X3 M50 xDrive tops out at 250 km/h, and the Skyline 400R reaches 250 km/h.
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