1990 BMW 320 vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1990 BMW 320 is newer by 31 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 2,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 320 (115 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 320 weights approximately 671 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, 1990 BMW 320 (224 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm). This means 1990 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 BMW 320 | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 320 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2010 mm |
