2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1963 NSU 1000 C
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 C would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 780 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 C. 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 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1963 NSU 1000 C | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | RX-8 | 1000 C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 44 L |
