2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1964 NSU 1000
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1964 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 995 kg more than 1964 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU 1000. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1964 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | NSU |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 37 L |
