1989 Citroen XM vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 30 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 579 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, 1989 Citroen XM (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | XM | 211 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2230 mm |