1960 NSU Sport vs. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 NSU Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 NSU Sport would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette (345 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 886 kg more than 1960 NSU Sport. 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. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 1960 NSU Sport has manual transmission. 1960 NSU Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 NSU Sport | 1969 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | NSU | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sport | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
