1969 Nissan President vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1969 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 191 kg more than 1969 Nissan President. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan President. (236 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan President | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Nissan | Jaguar |
| Model | President | XJ |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3157 mm |
