1999 Audi A8 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1999 Audi A8 is newer by 40 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 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A8 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A8 weights approximately 710 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, 1999 Audi A8 (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A8 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A8 | 211 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |
