2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 50 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 4,006 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 152 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mustang | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Mustang | 211 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 4006 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 | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
