2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 48 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1714 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | 211 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2230 mm |
