1965 Nissan President vs. 2011 Citroen C6
To start off, 2011 Citroen C6 is newer by 46 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C6 weights approximately 210 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, 2011 Citroen C6, 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, 2011 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Nissan President | 2011 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Nissan | Citroen |
Model | President | C6 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |