1973 NSU 1000 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1973 NSU 1000. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1973 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1973 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 NSU 1000 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
| Make | NSU | BMW |
| Model | 1000 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
