1966 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 4 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 2,306 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 735 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | NSU |
| Model | SL | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2306 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 37 L |
