1987 Ford Sierra vs. 1961 NSU Prinz IV
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 NSU Prinz IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 NSU Prinz IV would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (224 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Sierra weights approximately 642 kg more than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. 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 Ford Sierra (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (44 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Sierra | 1961 NSU Prinz IV | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Sierra | Prinz IV |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.8 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 248 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2050 mm |
