1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2012 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2012 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 13 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 144 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti QX56. (400 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti QX56. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 1440 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti QX56. (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti QX56. 2012 Infiniti QX56 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. 2012 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2012 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 544 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 559 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 2538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5291 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3076 mm |
