1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2009 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 51 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 675 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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2009 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | 211 | BLS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2680 mm |
