1996 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz I would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (228 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz I. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | NSU |
| Model | S | Prinz I |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |
