2008 BMW 330 vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 43 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 111 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 2008 BMW 330 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, 2008 BMW 330 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, 2008 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 1965 Nissan President | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | President |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |