1998 Ferrari 456M vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 456M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 456M (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (156 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 456M should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 717 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ferrari 456M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1998 Ferrari 456M (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (354 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari 456M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ferrari 456M | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 456M | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5473 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 95 L |
