2002 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1963 NSU 1000 LS
To start off, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 LS would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. 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 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda RX-8 | 1963 NSU 1000 LS | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | RX-8 | 1000 LS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2615 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 34 L |
