2006 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 2006 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz I would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover LR3 (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 1945 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 NSU Prinz I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover LR3 (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Land Rover LR3 | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
Make | Land Rover | NSU |
Model | LR3 | Prinz I |
Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2461 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 44 L |