1987 Lamborghini Portofino vs. 1964 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lamborghini Portofino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino (225 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1964 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lamborghini Portofino should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lamborghini Portofino weights approximately 905 kg more than 1964 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 Lamborghini Portofino (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Lamborghini Portofino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Lamborghini Portofino | 1964 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Lamborghini | NSU |
| Model | Portofino | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 34 L |
