1968 NSU 1000 vs. 1996 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1996 TVR Chimaera is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Chimaera (225 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 TVR Chimaera weights approximately 325 kg more than 1968 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, 1996 TVR Chimaera (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Chimaera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 NSU 1000 | 1996 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | NSU | TVR |
| Model | 1000 | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 57 L |
