1989 Maserati 228 vs. 1965 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1989 Maserati 228 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 228 weights approximately 700 kg more than 1965 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 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 228 | 1965 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Maserati | NSU |
| Model | 228 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
