1965 NSU 1000 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 775 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1965 NSU 1000 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | NSU | Porsche |
Model | 1000 | 911 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |