1999 BMW 740 vs. 1963 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 36 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), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 1380 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1963 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 740 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2010 mm |
