2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (169 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 327 kg more than 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Volkswagen Bora. (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 638 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
