1961 Buick Invicta vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1961 Buick Invicta is newer by 3 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 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Buick Invicta (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Buick Invicta should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Buick Invicta weights approximately 1145 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, 1961 Buick Invicta (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 516 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1961 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Buick Invicta | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Invicta | 211 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1470 mm |
