1974 BMW Touring vs. 1970 NSU 1200
To start off, 1974 BMW Touring is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 1,572 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 BMW Touring (130 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 NSU 1200. (81 Nm). This means 1974 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 1970 NSU 1200 | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | Touring | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |
