2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 326 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 336 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 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Silverado | 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 | 360 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 516 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2230 mm |
