2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1967 Nissan President
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1967 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 260 kg more than 1967 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 1967 Nissan President | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | E | President |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |