2005 MG XPower vs. 1967 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2005 MG XPower is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MG XPower (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1967 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MG XPower weights approximately 975 kg more than 1967 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 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 MG XPower | 1967 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | MG | NSU |
| Model | XPower | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
