2003 Holden Statesman vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2003 Holden Statesman is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2003 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 592 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Statesman. 2003 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Statesman | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
