BMW M6 And Nissan GTR By 1013MM Photography Autoplex BMW

There are some days when writing about car is quite exciting, if not every day. And today is one of those days. Writing an article on a photo shoot that has a BMW M6 and a Nissan GTR all in one place may well be one of the easiest things to do for an automotive writer.

Even though these two cars are often compared to each other, I personally believe they are miles apart in some aspects.

The Nissan GT-R is powered by the VR38DETT V6 engine, a 3.8l DOHC V6 with plasma transferred wire arc sprayed cylinder bores. Two parallel Ishikawajima-Harima Heavy Industries (IHI) turbochargers provide forced induction, allowing for great levels of power in a light and volume related a really small engine by the horsepower it produces. Nissan GTR produces manufacturer-claimed engine output (for the first models) of 492 PS (362 kW; 485 hp) at 6400 rpm and 434 lb·ft (588 N·m) at 3200–5200 rpm. This propels the 1,730 or 1,736 kg (3,814 or 3,827 lb) heavy Nissan GTR (depending on model) from 0-100km/h (0-62mph) in under 4.0 seconds. Top speed is 193 mph (311 km/h) for early models.

As far as the BMW M6 goes, the luxury sports car (available as a Coupe or Gran Coupe) features a 4.4l V8 engine that is internally named S63tu which develops 560hp (414kW). This engine provides all the power to the rear wheels through a 7-speed DCT transmission, allowing the 1,929kg or 4,424lbs heavy vehicle to reach 100km/h or 62 mph from a standstill in 4.2 seconds. Top speed is limited to 250km/h which is pretty much the standard for German cars. The front of the car has a newly designed M kidney grille with an “M6” badge – a homage to the first generation M6 which makes me all giddy considering how well details on cars like these work in every way possible.

With a photoshoot by 1013MM Photography, a set of custom Forgestar wheels added, we are certain you will enjoy the media gallery below.

As a visual comparison goes, it’s definitely hard to decide between these two. Both poses some great lines and overall they look outstanding! Enjoy some wallpapers and make sure to tell us how do you like photoshoots like these in the comments below as well.

BMW and MINI connected cars now support Amazon Cloud Player

News | December 4th, 2013 by Horatiu Boeriu

he latest music app to launch on MINI Connected offers Amazon customers a convenient way of accessing their audio files on the online store’s Cloud server, using their smartphone in conjunction with the MINI hub. It can be downloaded for free from the App Store and installed in the vehicle via the customer’s Apple iPhone.

As with other MINI Connected compatible apps the connection works using an iPhone, is operated in the usual safe, convenient and intuitive way using the MINI joystick, the steering wheel buttons and the high-resolution colour display of the in-car monitor. To use this or other MINI Connected apps and services the car must be fitted with the MINI Visual Boost radio or the MINI navigation system in conjunction with the MINI Connected option.

The Amazon Cloud Music Player can play audio files stored on the smartphone as well as those saved in the data cloud. The collection can be searched using criteria such as music genre, album or artist. Other functions include the ability to repeat individual or multiple titles, to play songs in a random order, and to compile favourites lists. Current song information – artist, title and album – is displayed on the in-car monitor.

To access a personal music collection in the Cloud, an Amazon customer ID and password is required, once this is entered, all audio files stored there will be available for online streaming. The online store offers its music customers a choice of around 26 million songs, which can be downloaded and simultaneously saved in the Cloud. Any music that the customer has purchased from Amazon in the form of a CD or vinyl LP can also be saved digitally in the Cloud and accessed from the MINI via the app.

The Amazon Cloud Music Player is just the latest in a long line of music entertainment apps and online services to launch on MINI Connected, with more to come. Others include AUPEO! Stitcher, Deezer, Audible, Napster/Rhapsody and TuneIn, as well as web-radio services and RSS news feeds. MINI is the only car brand in its segment offering customers such a wide variety of apps and services.

Tags: Amazon Cloud Player, BMW ConnectedDrive, mini connected