1959 Nissan 211 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 510 kg more than 1959 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Nissan 211 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Nissan | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 211 | B |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2780 mm |