1985 Maserati 420 vs. 1963 NSU 1000 C
To start off, 1985 Maserati 420 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 C would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Maserati 420 weights approximately 542 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 C. 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, 1985 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati 420 | 1963 NSU 1000 C | |
| Make | Maserati | NSU |
| Model | 420 | 1000 C |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
