2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1964 NSU 1000
To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1964 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1306 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 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU 1000. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU 1000. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte has automatic transmission and 1964 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1964 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Maserati Quattroporte | 1964 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Maserati | NSU |
| Model | Quattroporte | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 37 L |
