2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo 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 483 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 283 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 542 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Nissan | Smart |
Model | R 390 GT1 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 1820 mm |