1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 1973 NSU 1000
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 1134 kg more than 1973 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 Mercedes-Benz 280 (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 1973 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | NSU |
| Model | 280 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2799 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3610 mm | 2260 mm |
