1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 1961 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 1653 kg more than 1961 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 637 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood has automatic transmission and 1961 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1961 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 1961 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Cadillac | NSU |
| Model | Fleetwood | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2010 mm |
