2008 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 3,988 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Nissan President (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 670 kg more than 1965 Nissan President.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (323 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | 1965 Nissan President | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | G | President |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 3988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
