1971 NSU Ro 80 vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 NSU Ro 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 NSU Ro 80 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU Ro 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 995 kg more than 1971 NSU Ro 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 NSU Ro 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 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, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU Ro 80. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU Ro 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 NSU Ro 80 | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | NSU | BMW |
| Model | Ro 80 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 82 L |
