1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1987 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1987 Nissan Patrol is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 486 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Because 1987 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1987 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 400 Superamerica | Patrol |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3967 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2980 mm |