2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (495 HP) has 410 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1200. (85 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1200.
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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1200. (81 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | Dodge | NSU |
| Model | Viper | 1200 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 495 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2240 mm |
