1998 Buick Riviera vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 1998 Buick Riviera is newer by 39 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 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Riviera (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1150 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.
Because 1959 NSU Prinz I is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 NSU Prinz I. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Buick Riviera (287 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Riviera | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
Make | Buick | NSU |
Model | Riviera | Prinz I |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 109 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 44 L |