2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1970 Peugeot 504
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Peugeot 504 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1970 Peugeot 504. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Peugeot 504. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Peugeot 504. (126 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1970 Peugeot 504 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | R 390 GT1 | 504 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |