1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1967 Ford GT 40 is newer by 9 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 73 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, 1967 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm). This means 1967 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | GT 40 | 211 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2230 mm |
