1967 Nissan President vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 41 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 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Nissan President (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Nissan President weights approximately 291 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle, 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 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Nissan President | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | President | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2974 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 236 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |