2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1997 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 911 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche 911 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 1997 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 911 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, 1997 Porsche 911 (1,022 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1. (637 Nm). This means 1997 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1997 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 1022 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1150 kg |
