2009 BMW M6 vs. 1980 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 945 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Patrol. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Patrol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1980 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | M6 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2980 mm |
