2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2001 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (254 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 222 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche Boxster. (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2001 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | R 390 GT1 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |