2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 11 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 383 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Focus weights approximately 226 kg more than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2649 mm |
