1989 Lamborghini Jalpa vs. 1963 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 3,485 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa (252 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa weights approximately 935 kg more than 1963 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 Lamborghini Jalpa (314 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lamborghini Jalpa | 1963 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Lamborghini | NSU |
| Model | Jalpa | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| 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 | 252 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
