2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 50 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1919 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, 2009 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Envoy | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
Make | GMC | NSU |
Model | Envoy | Prinz I |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 44 L |