1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 11 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 344 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 419 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
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1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | R 390 GT1 | CC |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 544 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1517 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |