1977 BMW 732 vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 1977 BMW 732 is newer by 18 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 732 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 732 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz I. 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, 1977 BMW 732 (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 732 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 732 | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
Make | BMW | NSU |
Model | 732 | Prinz I |
Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 44 L |