1991 Italdesign M12 vs. 1972 Nissan President
To start off, 1991 Italdesign M12 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Italdesign M12 (300 HP) has 191 more horse power than 1972 Nissan President. (109 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Italdesign M12 should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan President.
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, 1991 Italdesign M12 (450 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan President. (236 Nm). This means 1991 Italdesign M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Italdesign M12 | 1972 Nissan President | |
Make | Italdesign | Nissan |
Model | M12 | President |
Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 109 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 236 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |