2001 Buick LeSabre vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2001 Buick LeSabre is newer by 42 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), 2001 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1055 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 NSU Prinz. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Buick LeSabre, 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, 2001 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz. 2001 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1959 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1959 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Buick LeSabre | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Buick | NSU |
Model | LeSabre | Prinz |
Year Released | 2001 | 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 | 205 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |