1959 NSU Prinz vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 is newer by 53 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1042 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz. 2012 Ford F-450 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. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 NSU Prinz | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
Make | NSU | Ford |
Model | Prinz | F-450 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 1085 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 6680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2438 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 2024 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 4379 mm |