1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. 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, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
Model | GT | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2730 mm |