1968 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Nissan President
To start off, 1999 Nissan President is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 1968 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan President weights approximately 430 kg more than 1968 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 1999 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 1968 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1968 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Avanti Avanti | 1999 Nissan President | |
Make | Avanti | Nissan |
Model | Avanti | President |
Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3040 mm |