1961 Ford Prefect vs. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 566 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Prefect | 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Prefect | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2730 mm |