1968 Ford GT 40 vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,948 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford GT 40 (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 325 kg more than 1968 Ford GT 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford GT 40 (637 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (334 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford GT 40 | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | GT 40 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4948 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 424 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 637 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 95 L |