2005 Cadillac DTS vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2005 Cadillac DTS is newer by 46 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac DTS (287 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Cadillac DTS (388 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac DTS | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | DTS | 211 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2230 mm |
