1973 Buick Centurion vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 1973 Buick Centurion is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz I would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz I. 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
Make | Buick | NSU |
Model | Centurion | Prinz I |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2010 mm |