1999 Audi R8R vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 1999 Audi R8R is newer by 40 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 3,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi R8R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi R8R (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi R8R should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 NSU Prinz I weights approximately 514 kg more than 1999 Audi R8R.
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, 1999 Audi R8R (330 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm). This means 1999 Audi R8R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi R8R | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
| Make | Audi | NSU |
| Model | R8R | Prinz I |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3898 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1380 mm |
