1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 1963 NSU 1000 LS
To start off, 1963 NSU 1000 LS is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Daimler Conquest (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 777 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. 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, 1953 Daimler Conquest (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Daimler Conquest | 1963 NSU 1000 LS | |
Make | Daimler | NSU |
Model | Conquest | 1000 LS |
Year Released | 1953 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 42 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 66.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2260 mm |