1992 BMW 320 vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 1992 BMW 320 is newer by 33 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 1,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 320 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 320 weights approximately 864 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, 1992 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 320 | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
Make | BMW | NSU |
Model | 320 | Prinz I |
Year Released | 1992 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 44 L |