1963 NSU Prinz vs. 1987 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1987 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 2,825 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (133 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz.
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, 1987 Pontiac Firebird (230 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 NSU Prinz | 1987 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | NSU | Pontiac |
| Model | Prinz | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2825 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
