2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom. (454 HP @ 5350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1572 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1. (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2005 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Nissan | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 454 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 2670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3830 mm |
