1963 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO (300 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO. 2005 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO has manual transmission. 1963 Ferrari 250 GTO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1963 Ferrari 250 GTO | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 250 GTO | Patrol |
Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 372 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 133 L | 80 L |