2003 AC Cobra vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Cobra weights approximately 497 kg more than 1962 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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | AC | NSU |
| Model | Cobra | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2010 mm |
