2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 710 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 Cadillac Escalade (499 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Escalade | 211 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
