2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 49 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 635 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, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | CTS | 211 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2230 mm |
