1999 BMW 750 vs. 1969 Nissan President

To start off, 1999 BMW 750 is newer by 30 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 5,370 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 750 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1969 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 750 weights approximately 453 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, 1999 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan President. (236 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan President.

Compare all specifications:

1999 BMW 750 1969 Nissan President
Make BMW Nissan
Model 750 President
Year Released 1999 1969
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5370 cc 2972 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 317 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 236 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2058 kg 1605 kg
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 5050 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2860 mm


 

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