1965 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 202 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | SL | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |