1972 NSU 1000 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1972 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 955 kg more than 1972 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 Mercedes-Benz C (299 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 NSU 1000. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1972 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1972 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 NSU 1000 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | NSU | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | 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 | 38 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2761 mm |
