1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 24 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 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1015 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1959 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1959 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
| Model | Caprice | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3753 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
