2000 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1972 NSU 1000
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1972 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 840 kg more than 1972 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | 1972 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | NSU |
| Model | C | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2293 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2260 mm |
