1950 Citroen 15 vs. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 15 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 467 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 15 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 15 | 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | 15 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |
