1950 BMW 340 vs. 2000 Nissan President
To start off, 2000 Nissan President is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 BMW 340. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 BMW 340 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1950 BMW 340. (53 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1950 BMW 340. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan President weights approximately 640 kg more than 1950 BMW 340. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 BMW 340 | 2000 Nissan President | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 340 | President |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3040 mm |
