1982 Ferrari 308 vs. 1969 NSU 1000
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1969 NSU 1000. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1969 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1969 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU 1000. (90 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 308 | 1969 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Ferrari | NSU |
| Model | 308 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2855 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 37 L |
