1966 Ferrari 250 GTO vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1980 Nissan Patrol is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 250 GTO | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 250 GTO | Patrol |
Year Released | 1966 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 3246 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2980 mm |