1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (142 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 weights approximately 939 kg more than 1966 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 (454 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | NSU |
| Model | 560 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2260 mm |
