1962 NSU Prinz vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 1966 Porsche 911 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 911 (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Porsche 911 weights approximately 497 kg more than 1962 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, 1966 Porsche 911 (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1962 NSU Prinz | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
Make | NSU | Porsche |
Model | Prinz | 911 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |