2007 Bentley Azure vs. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2007 Bentley Azure is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Bentley Azure. (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2007 Bentley Azure. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1597 kg more than 2001 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, 2007 Bentley Azure (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1. (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1. 2007 Bentley Azure has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Bentley Azure will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Bentley Azure | 2001 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Bentley | Nissan |
Model | Azure | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 451 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 875 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2695 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2730 mm |