1964 NSU 1000 vs. 2009 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2009 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1964 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 700 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, 2009 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU 1000. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 NSU 1000 | 2009 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | NSU | Ascari |
| Model | 1000 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2636 mm |
