2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1963 NSU 1000 LS
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 LS would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (307 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. 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 Cadillac CTS (374 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1963 NSU 1000 LS | |
| Make | Cadillac | NSU |
| Model | CTS | 1000 LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.6 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |
