1995 Donkervoort D8 vs. 1969 NSU 1000
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort D8 (139 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1969 NSU 1000. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1969 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 NSU 1000 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort D8.
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, 1995 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU 1000. (90 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort D8 | 1969 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Donkervoort | NSU |
| Model | D8 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 650 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2260 mm |
