1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (120 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 1960 Nissan Patrol.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Nissan Patrol. (295 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Nissan Patrol. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas has automatic transmission and 1960 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1960 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | Vanden Plas | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2510 mm |
