1970 Chrysler Newport vs. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Newport would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Newport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 817 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (638 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Newport. (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Newport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler Newport | 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Newport | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 638 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |
