1961 NSU Prinz IV vs. 1985 Porsche 928
To start off, 1985 Porsche 928 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 NSU Prinz IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 NSU Prinz IV would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 928 (310 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Porsche 928 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. 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, 1985 Porsche 928 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (44 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1985 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. 1985 Porsche 928 has automatic transmission and 1961 NSU Prinz IV has manual transmission. 1961 NSU Prinz IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Porsche 928 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 NSU Prinz IV | 1985 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | NSU | Porsche |
| Model | Prinz IV | 928 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 598 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2510 mm |
