1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1961 NSU Prinz IV
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 NSU Prinz IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 NSU Prinz IV would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 601 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (44 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1961 NSU Prinz IV has manual transmission. 1961 NSU Prinz IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Buick Riviera | 1961 NSU Prinz IV | |
| Make | Buick | NSU |
| Model | Riviera | Prinz IV |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7050 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 37 L |
