1980 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 21 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1734 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bentley Mulsanne | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
| Make | Bentley | NSU |
| Model | Mulsanne | Prinz I |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 109 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2010 mm |
