1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1972 NSU 1000
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1972 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1972 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1340 kg more than 1972 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, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 NSU 1000. 1993 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1972 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1972 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1972 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | NSU |
| Model | Virage | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
