1958 Nissan 211 vs. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C
To start off, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C 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 3,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 McLaren MP4-12C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C (592 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 558 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 McLaren MP4-12C should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 McLaren MP4-12C weights approximately 509 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 McLaren MP4-12C (600 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 McLaren MP4-12C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Nissan 211 | 2012 McLaren MP4-12C | |
| Make | Nissan | McLaren |
| Model | 211 | MP4-12C |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 592 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1199 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2670 mm |
