2008 BMW X3 vs. 1967 Nissan President
To start off, 2008 BMW X3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X3 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1967 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1967 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X3 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1967 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X3 | 1967 Nissan President | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | X3 | President |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2974 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 | 480 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |