1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 37 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 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1127 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | E | 211 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 4266 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2230 mm |