1972 AMC Matador vs. 1967 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1972 AMC Matador is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Matador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Matador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1967 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Matador should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Matador weights approximately 1169 kg more than 1967 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, 1972 AMC Matador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Matador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Prinz. 1972 AMC Matador has automatic transmission and 1967 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1967 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Matador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Matador | 1967 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | AMC | NSU |
| Model | Matador | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 34 L |
