2006 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2006 Ford Mustang is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (544 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 2006 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1758 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Mustang | 1999 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Mustang | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 544 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |