1967 Nissan President vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1967 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan President weights approximately 27 kg more than 2005 Nissan Maxima.
Because 1967 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 1967 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan President. (236 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Nissan President | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | President | Maxima |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 346 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |