2007 Ford Ranger vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1140 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.
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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Ranger | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
Make | Ford | NSU |
Model | Ranger | Prinz I |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 109 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 44 L |