1992 BMW 332 vs. 1973 NSU 1000
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 3,152 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 332 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1973 NSU 1000. 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 332 (350 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 332 | 1973 NSU 1000 | |
Make | BMW | NSU |
Model | 332 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3152 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |