2004 GMC Safari vs. 1965 NSU Prinz

To start off, 2004 GMC Safari 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 161 more horse power than 1965 NSU Prinz. (30 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 1228 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Prinz.

Compare all specifications:

2004 GMC Safari 1965 NSU Prinz
Make GMC NSU
Model Safari Prinz
Year Released 2004 1965
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4294 cc 583 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 191 HP 30 HP
Torque 339 Nm 42 Nm
Engine Bore Size 102 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 66 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 7.5:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1793 kg 565 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3570 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1240 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 102 L 37 L


 

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