1988 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 30 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 685 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Thunderbird | 211 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2230 mm |
