1960 NSU Sport vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 53 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1609 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. 2013 Ford F-150 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. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 NSU Sport | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | NSU | Ford |
| Model | Sport | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 2125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2624 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3200 mm |
