2002 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1974 NSU 1000
To start off, 2002 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (305 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1974 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 540 kg more than 1974 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, 2002 De Tomaso Guara (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 De Tomaso Guara | 1974 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | NSU |
| Model | Guara | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 413 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
