1973 Maserati Bora vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 1973 Maserati Bora is newer by 7 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Maserati Bora weights approximately 748 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, 1973 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Maserati Bora | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Maserati | NSU |
Model | Bora | 1000 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 4719 cc | 1084 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 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 | 1428 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |