1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1986 Nissan Patrol is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol 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, 1986 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2980 mm |
