2001 Ferrari F550 vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ferrari F550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ferrari F550 would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP) has 205 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Patrol. (280 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2001 Ferrari F550.
Because 2012 Nissan Patrol is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ferrari F550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Patrol. (399 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Patrol. 2012 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 2001 Ferrari F550 has manual transmission. 2001 Ferrari F550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ferrari F550 | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F550 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5474 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3075 mm |
