1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 935 kg more than 1959 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | NSU |
| Model | CLK | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |
