2008 BMW 323 vs. 1966 Nissan President
To start off, 2008 BMW 323 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 323 (176 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1966 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1966 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Nissan President weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 BMW 323.
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, 1966 Nissan President (237 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 323. (230 Nm). This means 1966 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 323 | 1966 Nissan President | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | President |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2974 cc |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
