2009 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 50 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 705 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, 2009 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Audi | Nissan |
| Model | A4 | 211 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2230 mm |
