1992 Ferrari F40 vs. 1963 NSU 1000 LS
To start off, 1992 Ferrari F40 is newer by 29 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 2,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari F40 (472 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 480 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.
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, 1992 Ferrari F40 (575 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari F40 | 1963 NSU 1000 LS | |
| Make | Ferrari | NSU |
| Model | F40 | 1000 LS |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2934 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 472 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 34 L |
