1985 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 26 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 3,480 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (253 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 984 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, 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa (319 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1985 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
Make | Lamborghini | NSU |
Model | Jalpa | Prinz I |
Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3480 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 109 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 44 L |