1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1989 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1989 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1976 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1989 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 150 kg more than 1976 Ferrari 400.
Because 1989 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ferrari 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1989 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 400 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2980 mm |
