1992 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1965 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1992 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 27 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1275 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, 1992 Buick Roadmaster (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz. 1992 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1965 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1965 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Buick Roadmaster | 1965 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Buick | NSU |
| Model | Roadmaster | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 37 L |
