1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 54 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), 2012 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 990 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, 2012 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2012 Cadillac CTS-V | |
| Make | Nissan | Cadillac |
| Model | 211 | CTS-V |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| 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 | 556 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 746 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2880 mm |
