1966 NSU 1000 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayman is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 3,385 cc, 2009 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayman (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 850 kg more than 1966 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, 2009 Porsche Cayman (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU 1000 | 2009 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | NSU | Porsche |
| Model | 1000 | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 3385 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
