1959 NSU Prinz I vs. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit weights approximately 1914 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.
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, 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
Make | NSU | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Prinz I | Silver Spirit |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 6749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 104.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 99.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 109 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 2430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 108 L |