1996 BMW 840 vs. 1963 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1996 BMW 840 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1963 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, 1996 BMW 840 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz. 1996 BMW 840 has automatic transmission and 1963 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1963 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 840 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 1963 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 840 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 34 L |
