1968 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 4,757 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 167 more horse power than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (87 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT. (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Alfa Romeo GT | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GT | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4757 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 135 L |
