2001 BMW 325 vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2001 BMW 325 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 325 weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1959 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, 2001 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 325 | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 325 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2010 mm |
