2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 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 373 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 412 kg more than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
