1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1971 NSU 1000
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 632 more horse power than 1971 NSU 1000. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 426 kg more than 1971 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, 1999 Dodge Viper (913 Nm) has 843 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU 1000. (70 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1971 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Dodge | NSU |
| Model | Viper | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8424 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 670 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 913 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |
