1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 28 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 207 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 208 | 211 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2230 mm |
