1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 15 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 (550 HP) has 235 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (315 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. (454 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2011 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3493 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 315 HP |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3645 mm |
