1965 NSU 1000 vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 45 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 1300 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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1000. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 1965 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1965 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 NSU 1000 | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | NSU | Aston Martin |
| Model | 1000 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 90 L |
