2009 Nissan 350Z vs. 1965 NSU 1000
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1965 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 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 350Z | 1965 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Nissan | NSU |
| Model | 350Z | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 37 L |
