1966 NSU 1000 vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda is newer by 44 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 494 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 550 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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 679 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU 1000 | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | NSU | Pagani |
| Model | 1000 | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1084 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
