1976 Nissan Skyline vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Skyline would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (136 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 47 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 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Skyline | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Skyline | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
