1971 BMW Touring vs. 1967 NSU Ro 80
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 2,390 cc, 1967 NSU Ro 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 NSU Ro 80 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 NSU Ro 80 should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 NSU Ro 80 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 NSU Ro 80 (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 NSU Ro 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1971 BMW Touring | 1967 NSU Ro 80 | |
Make | BMW | NSU |
Model | Touring | Ro 80 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2390 cc |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |