1997 Nissan Patrol vs. 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 488 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Patrol, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (480 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Patrol | 2009 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
| Make | Nissan | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Patrol | 8C Competizione |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 4691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1988 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1260 mm |
