1998 Acura NSX vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 39 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Acura NSX | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | NSX | 211 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2230 mm |