1994 Ferrari 512 TR vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ferrari 512 TR would be higher. At 4,943 cc, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (152 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 630 kg more than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ferrari 512 TR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1994 Ferrari 512 TR (501 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Patrol. (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Ferrari 512 TR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ferrari 512 TR | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 512 TR | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4943 cc | 2988 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 423 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2400 mm |
