2005 Maserati Spyder vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 47 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 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 795 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Spyder | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Spyder | 211 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2230 mm |
