1961 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1964 NSU 1000
To start off, 1964 NSU 1000 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1964 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 870 kg more than 1964 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 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU 1000. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1964 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | NSU |
| Model | SE | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |
