2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1966 Porsche 912
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 912 would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1966 Porsche 912. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1966 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 870 kg more than 1966 Porsche 912. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Porsche 912. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Nissan Patrol (221 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 912. (133 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1966 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Nissan | Porsche |
| Model | Patrol | 912 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2662 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2220 mm |
