1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1943 Packard 12
To start off, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Packard 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Packard 12 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1943 Packard 12. (174 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1943 Packard 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Packard 12 weights approximately 1322 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.
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1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1943 Packard 12 | |
Make | Nissan | Packard |
Model | R 390 GT1 | 12 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 544 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 2420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3440 mm |