1998 BMW 318 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 435 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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 318 | 211 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2230 mm |
