1967 NSU Ro 80 vs. 1980 Porsche 930
To start off, 1980 Porsche 930 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 930 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1967 NSU Ro 80. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Porsche 930 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1967 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Porsche 930 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 NSU Ro 80, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Porsche 930 (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Ro 80. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Ro 80. 1967 NSU Ro 80 has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 NSU Ro 80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 NSU Ro 80 | 1980 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | NSU | Porsche |
| Model | Ro 80 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2390 cc | 3299 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
