1959 NSU Prinz vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 50 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 785 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.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 NSU Prinz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 NSU Prinz | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | NSU | Porsche |
| Model | Prinz | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
