1999 Buick Century vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 1999 Buick Century is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 820 kg more than 1968 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 NSU 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 NSU 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Century | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Buick | NSU |
| Model | Century | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |
