2000 Honda Legend vs. 1965 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2000 Honda Legend is newer by 35 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 1105 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.
Because 1965 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 1965 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend, 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 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz. 2000 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1965 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1965 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Legend | 1965 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Legend | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
