2009 BMW 330 vs. 1969 Nissan President
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan President would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1969 Nissan President. (109 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1969 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan President. (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 330 | 1969 Nissan President | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 330 | President |
Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 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 |