2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC is newer by 10 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 194 more horse power than 2010 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion tC.
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, 2010 Scion tC, 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Nissan | Scion |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | tC |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
