1962 NSU Prinz vs. 2011 BMW 335
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 49 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 1060 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.
Because 2011 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 NSU Prinz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 NSU Prinz | 2011 BMW 335 | |
| Make | NSU | BMW |
| Model | Prinz | 335 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 61 L |
