1967 NSU Prinz vs. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1967 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1116 kg more than 1967 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 NSU Prinz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Prinz. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1967 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1967 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 NSU Prinz | 2006 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | NSU | Toyota |
| Model | Prinz | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 180 L |
