2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2002 Cadillac XLR is newer by 43 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 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 1089 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, 2002 Cadillac XLR (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz. 2002 Cadillac XLR 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. 2002 Cadillac XLR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac XLR | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Cadillac | NSU |
| Model | XLR | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
