2004 Ferrari Enzo vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2004 Ferrari Enzo is newer by 45 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari Enzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (653 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 623 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari Enzo should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari Enzo weights approximately 800 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, 2004 Ferrari Enzo (657 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari Enzo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ferrari Enzo | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Ferrari | NSU |
| Model | Enzo | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 653 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 657 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2010 mm |
