2007 BMW X3 vs. 1970 Nissan President
To start off, 2007 BMW X3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1970 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1970 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Nissan President. (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 1970 Nissan President | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | X3 | President |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
