1959 NSU Prinz I vs. 1995 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz I would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 911 weights approximately 834 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 NSU Prinz I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 NSU Prinz I | 1995 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | NSU | Porsche |
| Model | Prinz I | 911 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
