1999 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi A4 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (248 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 332 kg more than 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (339 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 638 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2730 mm |
