2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 1968 Renault 8
To start off, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 8 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1968 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 weights approximately 318 kg more than 1968 Renault 8. 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 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 8. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 1968 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | 8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
