2009 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 44 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT.
Because 1965 Nissan President is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Nissan President. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo GT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Alfa Romeo GT. 1965 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 2009 Alfa Romeo GT has manual transmission. 2009 Alfa Romeo GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo GT | 1965 Nissan President | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | GT | President |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
