1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 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 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (191 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 485 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | 211 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 5360 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |