2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1999 Nissan Z
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 Nissan Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Z would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Z. (197 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Z.
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 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Z. (245 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1999 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Z |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 638 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
