2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1966 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1966 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1262 kg more than 1966 NSU Prinz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 NSU Prinz is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Prinz. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1966 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1966 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1966 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Cadillac | NSU |
| Model | Seville | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
