1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 40 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 900 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz.
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 Chevrolet Corvette (671 Nm) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
| Model | Corvette | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 30 HP |
| Torque | 671 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
