1972 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 13 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 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (226 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 1460 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, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler New Yorker | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Chrysler | NSU |
| Model | New Yorker | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2010 mm |
