1998 Honda NSX vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 40 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 539 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, 1998 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda NSX | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | NSX | 211 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
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 | 276 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2230 mm |