2006 MG TF vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 2006 MG TF 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 MG TF (159 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 MG TF should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 415 kg more than 2006 MG TF.
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, 1965 Nissan President (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
2006 MG TF | 1965 Nissan President | |
Make | MG | Nissan |
Model | TF | President |
Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |