1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 1966 NSU 1000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa weights approximately 30 kg more than 1966 NSU 1000. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Ferrari | NSU |
Model | 500 Testarossa | 1000 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 37 L |