1998 BMW 323 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1998 BMW 323 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 323 weights approximately 622 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 323 (246 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 323 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 323 | 211 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2230 mm |
