Altima vs 120I M Sport
Nissan · BMW
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the 120I M Sport beats the Altima comfortably, finishing 0.19 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 120I M Sport thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Altima is $25,000 vs $39,000 for the 120I M Sport — a $14,000 gap. Power: Altima makes 10 hp more (188 vs 178). 0–100 km/h: 120I M Sport is 0.20s quicker (7.3s vs 7.1s). Top speed: 120I M Sport runs to 230 km/h, 5 km/h higher than Altima.
FAQ
Which is faster, the Altima or the 120I M Sport?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 120I M Sport is faster, beating the Altima by 0.19 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Altima vs the 120I M Sport?
The Altima hits 100 km/h in 7.3 seconds, while the 120I M Sport does it in 7.1 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Altima produces 188 hp; the 120I M Sport produces 178 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Altima tops out at 225 km/h, and the 120I M Sport reaches 230 km/h.
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