1996 Ferrari Maranello vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 430 kg more than 1996 Ferrari Maranello.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ferrari Maranello. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ferrari Maranello | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Maranello | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 3244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 478 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 563 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2980 mm |
