2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2010 Infiniti M
To start off, 2010 Infiniti M is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2010 Infiniti M. (325 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti M weights approximately 621 kg more than 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2010 Infiniti M 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, 2010 Infiniti M 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti M. (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti M. 2010 Infiniti M 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. 2010 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2010 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Nissan | Infiniti |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | M |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 638 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
