2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1973 Datsun 240Z
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Datsun 240Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Datsun 240Z would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1973 Datsun 240Z. (151 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Datsun 240Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Datsun 240Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Datsun 240Z. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Datsun 240Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1973 Datsun 240Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Datsun |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | 240Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1068 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2300 mm |
