2003 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 2003 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2003 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 725 kg more than 1968 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, 2003 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda RX-8 | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | RX-8 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 82 L |
