1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1965 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1999 Ford Mustang is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Mustang weights approximately 845 kg more than 1965 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, 1999 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Mustang | 1965 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Ford | NSU |
Model | Mustang | Prinz |
Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 37 L |