2000 Holden Commodore vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2000 Holden Commodore is newer by 41 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Commodore (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Commodore weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1959 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, 2000 Holden Commodore (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Commodore | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Holden | NSU |
Model | Commodore | Prinz |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |