2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1966 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 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | NSU |
| Model | Vanquish | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 1084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
