2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 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 33 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 947 kg more than 2005 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1. (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SL | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2730 mm |
