1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 960 kg more than 1959 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (421 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Dodge | NSU |
| Model | Challenger | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5562 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 421 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2010 mm |
