1966 NSU Prinz vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1966 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1966 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 NSU Prinz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU Prinz | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | NSU | Porsche |
| Model | Prinz | 911 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 67 L |
