1959 NSU Prinz vs. 2004 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 320 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 320 weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1959 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, 2004 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz. 2004 BMW 320 has automatic transmission and 1959 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1959 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 320 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 NSU Prinz | 2004 BMW 320 | |
Make | NSU | BMW |
Model | Prinz | 320 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |