1980 BMW 628 vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1980 BMW 628 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 BMW 628 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz. 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, 1980 BMW 628 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW 628 | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
Make | BMW | NSU |
Model | 628 | Prinz |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2787 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |