1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 53 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (411 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1621 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | 211 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 411 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 2546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3670 mm |
