1965 NSU 1000 vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 46 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1852 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1000. 2011 Ford Expedition 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. 2011 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 NSU 1000 | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | NSU | Ford |
| Model | 1000 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 106 L |
