1958 Nissan 211 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 32 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 250 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Nissan 211 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | 211 | 911 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |