1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1963 NSU 1000 C
To start off, 1963 NSU 1000 C is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 810 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1963 NSU 1000 C | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | NSU |
| Model | 230 | 1000 C |
| Year Released | 1941 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2229 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2260 mm |
