1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1964 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 3,391 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (160 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1964 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 848 kg more than 1964 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, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1964 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
| Model | Camaro | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3391 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |
