2007 Lexus RX vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 2007 Lexus RX is newer by 42 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 3,988 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus RX (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus RX weights approximately 160 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 2007 Lexus RX 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, 2007 Lexus RX 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, 1965 Nissan President (323 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus RX. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus RX | 1965 Nissan President | |
| Make | Lexus | Nissan |
| Model | RX | President |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 3988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 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 | 1765 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
