1996 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1967 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1967 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1285 kg more than 1967 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, 1996 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Prinz. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1967 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1967 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 1967 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
Model | Caprice | Prinz |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |