1980 Ferrari 400 vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol

To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 555 kg more than 1980 Ferrari 400.

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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (426 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ferrari 400. (392 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ferrari 400.

Compare all specifications:

1980 Ferrari 400 2009 Nissan Patrol
Make Ferrari Nissan
Model 400 Patrol
Year Released 1980 2009
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4823 cc 4759 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 306 HP 254 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 392 Nm 426 Nm
Engine Bore Size 81.1 mm 99.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 102 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1830 kg 2385 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2980 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 118 L 135 L


 

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