1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 2,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Because 2007 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ferrari Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ferrari Dino | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Dino | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
