Skyline 400R vs X3 M50 xDrive
Nissan · BMW
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
400 hp
393 hp
0–100 km/h
4.5s
4.4s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
3.0L Twin-Turbo V6
3.0L Turbo I6 MHEV
Fuel
Petrol
Mild Hybrid
Torque
475 Nm
580 Nm
Price
$70,000
$65,000
Simulated race times
Distance
Skyline 400R
X3 M50 xDrive
100 m
5.566s
5.511s
1/8 mile
8.251s
8.173s
1/4 mile
12.456s
12.348s
1 km
22.526s
22.372s
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 Skyline 400R or the X3 M50 xDrive?
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 Skyline 400R vs the X3 M50 xDrive?
The Skyline 400R hits 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds, while the X3 M50 xDrive does it in 4.4 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The Skyline 400R produces 400 hp; the X3 M50 xDrive produces 393 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The Skyline 400R tops out at 250 km/h, and the X3 M50 xDrive reaches 250 km/h.
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