1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1963 NSU 1000 C
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (113 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 770 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 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1963 NSU 1000 C | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | NSU |
| Model | 300 | 1000 C |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 184 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |
