1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is newer by 2 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa weights approximately 115 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, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Ferrari | NSU |
| Model | 500 Testarossa | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2010 mm |
