1986 Ferrari 208 vs. 1963 NSU 1000 C
To start off, 1986 Ferrari 208 is newer by 23 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 492 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, 1986 Ferrari 208 (329 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari 208 | 1963 NSU 1000 C | |
| Make | Ferrari | NSU |
| Model | 208 | 1000 C |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 253 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1132 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 44 L |
