1990 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1960 NSU Sport
To start off, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 NSU Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 NSU Sport would be higher. At 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 1369 kg more than 1960 NSU Sport. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ferrari 412 GT | 1960 NSU Sport | |
| Make | Ferrari | NSU |
| Model | 412 GT | Sport |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
