1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 1963 NSU 1000 LS
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Seville is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 LS would be higher. At 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 946 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 NSU 1000 LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 NSU 1000 LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. 1989 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1963 NSU 1000 LS has manual transmission. 1963 NSU 1000 LS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Seville | 1963 NSU 1000 LS | |
| Make | Cadillac | NSU |
| Model | Seville | 1000 LS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
