2007 Audi S8 vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 2007 Audi S8 is newer by 48 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S8 (444 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi S8 weights approximately 1424 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 2007 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 NSU Prinz I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi S8 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, 2007 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S8 | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
| Make | Audi | NSU |
| Model | S8 | Prinz I |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 109 km/hour |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 44 L |
