1982 Ferrari 208 vs. 1966 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 208 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 208 (155 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1966 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 671 kg more than 1966 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, 1982 Ferrari 208 (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 208 | 1966 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Ferrari | NSU |
| Model | 208 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 37 L |
