2004 Ferrari 612 vs. 1965 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 612 is newer by 39 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 1275 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.
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, 2004 Ferrari 612 (590 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 548 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz. 2004 Ferrari 612 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. 2004 Ferrari 612 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ferrari 612 | 1965 NSU Prinz | |
Make | Ferrari | NSU |
Model | 612 | Prinz |
Year Released | 2004 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5748 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 533 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 590 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |