1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1065 kg more than 1958 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Pontiac Bonneville (484 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Nissan 211 | 1970 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | 211 | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1958 | 1970 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 484 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3210 mm |