1987 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1966 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 21 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 4,941 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1966 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 1320 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, 1987 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ferrari 412 GT | 1966 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Ferrari | NSU |
Model | 412 GT | Prinz |
Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4941 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 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 | 1885 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 |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 37 L |