1966 NSU Prinz vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1966 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 125 weights approximately 965 kg more than 1966 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, 2011 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU Prinz | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | NSU | BMW |
| Model | Prinz | 125 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 53 L |
