1962 NSU Prinz vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 51 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 499 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1605 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 758 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 NSU Prinz | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | NSU | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Prinz | S |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3165 mm |
