1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 856 kg more than 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi.
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, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
Model | 512 BBi | Patrol |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2953 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 135 L |