2009 Nissan 370Z vs. 1963 NSU 1000 LS
To start off, 2009 Nissan 370Z 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 3,697 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 370Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
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 370Z (270 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan 370Z | 1963 NSU 1000 LS | |
| Make | Nissan | NSU |
| Model | 370Z | 1000 LS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3697 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
