1962 BMW 700 vs. 1967 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1967 NSU Prinz is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 697 cc (2 cylinders), 1962 BMW 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 700 (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1967 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 700 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1967 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, 1962 BMW 700 (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1967 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 700 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 34 L |
