1986 Lincoln Continental vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1986 Lincoln Continental is newer by 27 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lincoln Continental (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 790 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, 1986 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lincoln Continental | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Nissan |
| Model | Continental | 211 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
