1968 Ford Mustang vs. 1961 NSU Prinz IV
To start off, 1968 Ford Mustang 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 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Mustang (335 HP) has 305 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (30 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz IV.
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 Ford Mustang (597 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (44 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Mustang | 1961 NSU Prinz IV | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Mustang | Prinz IV |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 30 HP |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2050 mm |
