1965 Nissan President vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Saab 05-Sep.
Because 1965 Nissan President 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 1965 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep, 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, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Nissan President | 2008 Saab 05-Sep | |
Make | Nissan | Saab |
Model | President | 05-Sep |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |