1959 BMW 600 vs. 1965 NSU 1000
To start off, 1965 NSU 1000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 NSU 1000 (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 NSU 1000 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. 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, 1965 NSU 1000 (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 600 | 1965 NSU 1000 | |
Make | BMW | NSU |
Model | 600 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2260 mm |