1965 Nissan President vs. 2010 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKX is newer by 45 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln MKX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKX should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKX weights approximately 305 kg more than 1965 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Lincoln MKX, 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, 2010 Lincoln MKX (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln MKX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Nissan President | 2010 Lincoln MKX | |
Make | Nissan | Lincoln |
Model | President | MKX |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4737 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1715 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2824 mm |