1965 Lamborghini 400 vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol

To start off, 1997 Nissan Patrol is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lamborghini 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lamborghini 400 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Lamborghini 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (320 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lamborghini 400 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 400 kg more than 1965 Lamborghini 400.

Because 1965 Lamborghini 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Lamborghini 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Lamborghini 400 (355 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Lamborghini 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Lamborghini 400 1997 Nissan Patrol
Make Lamborghini Nissan
Model 400 Patrol
Year Released 1965 1997
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3929 cc 2826 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 320 HP 91 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 178 Nm
Torque RPM 4700 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1472 kg 1872 kg
Vehicle Length 4480 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1820 mm


 

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