2006 Ferrari F430 vs. 1966 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1966 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1966 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ferrari F430 | 1966 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Ferrari | NSU |
| Model | F430 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 483 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 465 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 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 | 1450 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 37 L |
