1970 Maserati Mistral vs. 1965 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1970 Maserati Mistral is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Mistral (252 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 700 kg more than 1965 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, 1970 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Maserati Mistral | 1965 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Maserati | NSU |
| Model | Mistral | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
