2006 Maybach 62 vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2006 Maybach 62 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 513 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 62 weights approximately 2240 kg more than 1959 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 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 857 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz. 2006 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1959 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1959 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maybach 62 | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Maybach | NSU |
| Model | 62 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 900 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2805 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3830 mm | 2010 mm |
