1960 Ford Zodiac vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 4,757 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1194 kg more than 1960 Ford Zodiac. 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Zodiac | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Zodiac | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 4757 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 135 L |
