2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 NSU Prinz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Bugatti | NSU |
| Model | Veyron | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
