1965 NSU 1200 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 584 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1200. (54 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 796 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 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 735 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1200. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 NSU 1200 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | NSU | Chevrolet |
| Model | 1200 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1177 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 638 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 818 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| 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 | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2685 mm |
