1963 NSU 1000 C vs. 2008 Ascari A10
To start off, 2008 Ascari A10 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 C would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 586 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ascari A10 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 C. 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, 2008 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 NSU 1000 C | 2008 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | NSU | Ascari |
| Model | 1000 C | A10 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2636 mm |
