1975 BMW Coupe vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 1975 BMW Coupe is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz I would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 BMW Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW Coupe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW Coupe should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
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, 1975 BMW Coupe (251 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm). This means 1975 BMW Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW Coupe | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | Coupe | Prinz I |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2010 mm |
