2007 Ford E-250 vs. 1973 NSU 1000
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000. 2007 Ford E-250 has automatic transmission and 1973 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1973 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-250 | 1973 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | E-250 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| 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 | 225 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2260 mm |
