2004 Audi RS6 vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2004 Audi RS6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Audi RS6. (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi RS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi RS6 weights approximately 742 kg more than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2004 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi RS6 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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi RS6. (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi RS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi RS6 | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | RS6 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 445 HP | 544 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
