1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1059 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 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Nissan 211 | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Nissan | Maserati |
Model | 211 | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 67 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3063 mm |