2009 Nissan Altima vs. 1965 Nissan President
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima 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 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Nissan President weights approximately 528 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
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 Nissan Altima, 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Nissan President. (323 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Nissan President.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Altima | 1965 Nissan President | |
| Make | Nissan | Nissan |
| Model | Altima | President |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 3988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2860 mm |
