1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2004 Opel Speedster
To start off, 2004 Opel Speedster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. At 3,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (550 HP) has 353 more horse power than 2004 Opel Speedster. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Speedster.
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, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Speedster. (250 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Speedster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2004 Opel Speedster | |
| Make | Nissan | Opel |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Speedster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3493 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2340 mm |
