1986 Ferrari Testarossa vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ferrari Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ferrari Testarossa would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 40 kg more than 1986 Ferrari Testarossa.
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, 1986 Ferrari Testarossa (475 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (425 Nm). This means 1986 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Testarossa | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Testarossa | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2980 mm |
