1963 NSU Prinz vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1963 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, 2010 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1963 NSU Prinz | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | NSU | BMW |
Model | Prinz | 120 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |