1997 Buick Century vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1997 Buick Century is newer by 39 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Century weights approximately 595 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, 1997 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Century | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Century | 211 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2230 mm |
