1965 NSU Prinz vs. 2012 Porsche 911

To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1965 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 NSU Prinz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz.

Compare all specifications:

1965 NSU Prinz 2012 Porsche 911
Make NSU Porsche
Model Prinz 911
Year Released 1965 2012
Engine Position Rear Rear
Engine Size 583 cc 3600 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 30 HP 345 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 42 Nm 390 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 565 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 3570 mm 4465 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1808 mm
Vehicle Height 1240 mm 1311 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2350 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 67 L


 

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