1965 Nissan President vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 47 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1225 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano, 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Nissan President | 2012 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | President | Viano |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
