2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1988 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac Firebird.
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 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac Firebird. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1988 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | R 390 GT1 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2003 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 638 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |