1962 NSU Prinz vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 1989 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 1989 Porsche 911 (854 Nm) has 812 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | NSU | Porsche |
| Model | Prinz | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 854 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2500 mm |
