1984 Ferrari 400 vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 400 is newer by 25 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1265 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ferrari 400 | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Ferrari | NSU |
Model | 400 | Prinz |
Year Released | 1984 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 392 Nm | 43 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |