1956 Maserati 450 vs. 1969 NSU 1000
To start off, 1969 NSU 1000 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1969 NSU 1000. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1969 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Maserati 450 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1969 NSU 1000. 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, 1956 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU 1000. (90 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Maserati 450 | 1969 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Maserati | NSU |
| Model | 450 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4478 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 680 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |
