2007 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1970 NSU 1000
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1970 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1970 NSU 1000.
Because 1970 NSU 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 NSU 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1000. 2007 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1970 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1970 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Five Hundred | 1970 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Five Hundred | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2260 mm |
