1978 Buick Estate vs. 1960 NSU Sport
To start off, 1978 Buick Estate is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 NSU Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 NSU Sport would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Estate weights approximately 1364 kg more than 1960 NSU Sport. 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. 1978 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 1960 NSU Sport has manual transmission. 1960 NSU Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Buick Estate | 1960 NSU Sport | |
| Make | Buick | NSU |
| Model | Estate | Sport |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
