1961 NSU Prinz vs. 1991 Porsche 968
To start off, 1991 Porsche 968 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 2,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 968 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1961 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, 1991 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 NSU Prinz | 1991 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | NSU | Porsche |
| Model | Prinz | 968 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 92 L |
