2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1. (355 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 823 kg more than 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1. (637 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2000 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1921 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
