2009 Ferrari F430 vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2009 Ferrari F430 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ferrari F430 (503 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 893 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 Ferrari F430 (470 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 428 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ferrari F430 | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Ferrari | NSU |
| Model | F430 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4308 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 37 L |
