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 |