2006 Lincoln LS vs. 1971 NSU 1000
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (239 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1971 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU 1000. 2006 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1971 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1971 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lincoln LS | 1971 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Lincoln | NSU |
| Model | LS | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2260 mm |
