1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 34 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (510 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1492 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Nissan | Land Rover |
Model | R 390 GT1 | Range Rover Sport |
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 | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 2590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2743 mm |