1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1963 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 35 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 935 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 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 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1963 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | NSU |
| Model | CLK | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 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 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
