1996 Ferrari F355 vs. 1963 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F355 is newer by 33 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 785 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, 1996 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ferrari F355 | 1963 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Ferrari | NSU |
Model | F355 | Prinz |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 363 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 34 L |