2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 452 kg more than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
