1965 NSU 1200 vs. 2010 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2010 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1200. (54 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 634 kg more than 1965 NSU 1200. 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 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1200. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 NSU 1200 | 2010 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | NSU | Ascari |
| Model | 1200 | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1177 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 133 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 716 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2636 mm |
