2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept vs. 1996 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 6,392 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (605 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 491 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 219 kg more than 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept.
Because 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept 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 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept (679 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Patrol. (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Shelby GR-1 Concept | 1996 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Shelby GR-1 Concept | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 2824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 605 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1810 mm |
