1959 NSU Prinz vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (163 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 595 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz. 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, 1982 Porsche 944 (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz. 1982 Porsche 944 has automatic transmission and 1959 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1959 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Porsche 944 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 NSU Prinz | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | NSU | Porsche |
| Model | Prinz | 944 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
