1959 Nissan 211 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 53 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 435 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (459 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Nissan 211 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Nissan | Porsche |
Model | 211 | 911 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2355 mm |