1991 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mazda RX-7 (197 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 737 kg more than 1959 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 Mazda RX-7 (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mazda RX-7 | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Mazda | NSU |
| Model | RX-7 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2010 mm |
