1967 NSU Prinz vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1967 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 1310 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.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 NSU Prinz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 NSU Prinz | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | NSU | BMW |
| Model | Prinz | X3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |
