1965 NSU 1000 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 670 kg more than 1965 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, 2002 Porsche Boxster (320 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 NSU 1000 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | NSU | Porsche |
| Model | 1000 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
