1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 617 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Impala. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Impala | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2730 mm |