2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1974 NSU 1000
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 31 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1974 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 840 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1974 NSU 1000 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | NSU |
Model | 8C Competizione | 1000 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2260 mm |