2003 McLaren F1 vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2003 McLaren F1 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 6,062 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 588 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 McLaren F1 weights approximately 605 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 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 607 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 McLaren F1 | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | McLaren | NSU |
| Model | F1 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6062 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |
