1961 NSU Prinz IV vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 43 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 1020 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (44 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 NSU Prinz IV | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | NSU | Xedos |
| Model | Prinz IV | 9 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 598 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 44 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2760 mm |
