2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1960 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 46 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Nissan Patrol (120 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Because 1960 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 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, 1960 Nissan Patrol (295 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8. 2006 Mazda RX-8 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. 2006 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1960 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | RX-8 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
