1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia
To start off, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia 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 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 536 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2012 Ferrari 458 Italia | |
| Make | Nissan | Ferrari |
| Model | 211 | 458 Italia |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 4500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 570 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 9000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 539 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4526 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2649 mm |
