1973 NSU 1000 vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 NSU 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1015 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000. 2012 Ford F-450 has automatic transmission and 1973 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1973 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 NSU 1000 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | NSU | Ford |
| Model | 1000 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 4379 mm |
