2005 Lexus SC vs. 1974 NSU 1000
To start off, 2005 Lexus SC 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 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus SC (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1974 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus SC weights approximately 1082 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 Lexus SC (442 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus SC | 1974 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Lexus | NSU |
| Model | SC | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4277 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2260 mm |
