1960 NSU Sport vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 38 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 413 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 940 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.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 NSU Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 NSU Sport | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | NSU | Porsche |
| Model | Sport | 911 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2280 mm |
