1986 Ford Mustang vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1986 Ford Mustang is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Mustang (88 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Mustang weights approximately 620 kg more than 1962 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, 1986 Ford Mustang (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Mustang | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Mustang | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2010 mm |
