1990 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1963 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 27 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 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 955 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | 1963 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | NSU |
| Model | S | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
