1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 6 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (251 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 551 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | 211 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |