2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 12 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 22 more horse power than 2012 Audi S4. (333 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi S4.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 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, 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi S4. (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Nissan | Audi |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | S4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2809 mm |
