1999 Lexus ES vs. 1966 Nissan President
To start off, 1999 Lexus ES is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus ES (277 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1966 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan President weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Lexus ES.
Because 1966 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 1966 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lexus ES, 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, 1999 Lexus ES (291 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Nissan President. (237 Nm). This means 1999 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus ES | 1966 Nissan President | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | ES | President |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
