2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 7 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 147 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 589 kg more than 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2000 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 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407, 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, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | 407 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
