2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 1986 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Ferrari F430 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari F430 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (94 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1986 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 625 kg more than 2005 Ferrari F430.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ferrari F430. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2005 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Nissan Patrol. (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari F430 | 1986 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | F430 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2980 mm |
