1998 Acura NSX vs. 1969 NSU 1000
To start off, 1998 Acura NSX is newer by 29 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (291 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1969 NSU 1000. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1969 NSU 1000.
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, 1998 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU 1000. (90 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 1969 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Acura | NSU |
| Model | NSX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 66.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2260 mm |
