2006 Ford F-150 vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan President would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 111 kg more than 1965 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford F-150 | 1965 Nissan President | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | President |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2860 mm |