1960 Nissan Patrol vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 407.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1960 Nissan Patrol (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 407. 2007 Peugeot 407 has automatic transmission and 1960 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1960 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 407 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Nissan Patrol | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Patrol | 407 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
