1989 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 27 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 1023 kg more than 1962 NSU Prinz.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Corvette (468 Nm) has 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
| Model | Corvette | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 30 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
