2009 BMW 320 vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 51 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1958 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1958 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 320 weights approximately 655 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, 2009 BMW 320 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Nissan 211. (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | BMW | Nissan |
| Model | 320 | 211 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2230 mm |
