1981 Ferrari 512 BBi vs. 1970 NSU 1000
To start off, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi weights approximately 839 kg more than 1970 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, 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ferrari 512 BBi | 1970 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | NSU |
| Model | 512 BBi | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 996 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
