1960 NSU Sport vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 51 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1188 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. 2011 Ford Falcon 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. 2011 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 NSU Sport | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | NSU | Ford |
| Model | Sport | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2838 mm |
