2005 Honda NSX vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2005 Honda NSX is newer by 43 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda NSX weights approximately 935 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, 2005 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda NSX | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | NSX | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1500 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
