1962 NSU Prinz vs. 2012 Nissan 370Z
To start off, 2012 Nissan 370Z is newer by 50 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan 370Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan 370Z weights approximately 1013 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, 2012 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 NSU Prinz | 2012 Nissan 370Z | |
| Make | NSU | Nissan |
| Model | Prinz | 370Z |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4247 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 72 L |
