1974 NSU 1000 vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1974 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 996 weights approximately 834 kg more than 1974 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 NSU 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 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, 2005 Porsche 996 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 NSU 1000 | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | NSU | Porsche |
| Model | 1000 | 996 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1494 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
