2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1962 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Cadillac | NSU |
| Model | CTS | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
