2009 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 1973 NSU 1000
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 36 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V (542 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000.
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 Cadillac CTS-V (550 Nm @ 6200 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS-V | 1973 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Cadillac | NSU |
| Model | CTS-V | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
