1959 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 300 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. (262 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 250 GT | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 250 GT | Patrol |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2952 cc | 4758 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 135 L |