1959 NSU Prinz I vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 52 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1986 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition 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 | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
Make | NSU | Ford |
Model | Prinz I | Expedition |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 5400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 494 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 2502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2002 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3023 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 106 L |