1963 NSU 1000 C vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 C would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (39 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 C. 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 C. (69 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 NSU 1000 C | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | NSU | BMW |
| Model | 1000 C | 123 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 640 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 51 L |
