1967 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 5 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 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1139 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, 1967 Maserati Quattroporte (362 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Maserati Quattroporte | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Maserati | NSU |
Model | Quattroporte | Prinz |
Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4136 cc | 581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 362 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |