1991 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1961 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 830 kg more than 1961 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, 1991 Chevrolet Camaro (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Camaro | 1961 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
| Model | Camaro | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
