2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. (235 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Firebird. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | R 390 GT1 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |