2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1999 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Mustang would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1999 Ford Mustang. (256 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 384 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang. 1999 Ford Mustang 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. 1999 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1999 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Nissan | Ford |
Model | R 390 GT1 | Mustang |
Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 638 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1482 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |