1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 912 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Legacy. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
