1968 NSU 1000 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 45 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (266 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1133 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 NSU 1000 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | NSU | Cadillac |
| Model | 1000 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.7 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
