1987 Ferrari 208 vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 208 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 845 kg more than 1987 Ferrari 208.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1987 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ferrari 208 | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 208 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2980 mm |
