1960 NSU Sport vs. 2010 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2010 Tesla Roadster is newer by 50 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. In terms of performance, 2010 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Tesla Roadster weights approximately 719 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 NSU Sport | 2010 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | NSU | Tesla |
| Model | Sport | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2352 mm |
