1989 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera weights approximately 855 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, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | De Tomaso | NSU |
| Model | Pantera | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5761 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
