1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Nissan Patrol is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (91 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 330 kg more than 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast.
Because 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast 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 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (178 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 500 Superfast | Patrol |
Year Released | 1966 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4963 cc | 2826 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |