1968 AMC AMX vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1968 AMC AMX is newer by 10 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 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 452 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | AMC | Nissan |
| Model | AMX | 211 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2230 mm |
