2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1973 Rover P5B
To start off, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Rover P5B would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1973 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Rover P5B weights approximately 482 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (638 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Rover P5B. 1973 Rover P5B has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Rover P5B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1973 Rover P5B | |
Make | Nissan | Rover |
Model | R 390 GT1 | P5B |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 638 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2820 mm |