2004 BMW 530 vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 46 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 2,924 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 645 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, 2004 BMW 530 (290 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 530 | 211 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2230 mm |
