1995 BMW 330 vs. 1964 NSU 1000
To start off, 1995 BMW 330 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1964 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1964 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, 1995 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU 1000. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 330 | 1964 NSU 1000 | |
Make | BMW | NSU |
Model | 330 | 1000 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 66.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |