2005 BMW 750 vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2005 BMW 750 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 750 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 750 weights approximately 1345 kg more than 1962 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, 2005 BMW 750 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz. 2005 BMW 750 has automatic transmission and 1962 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1962 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 750 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 750 | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 750 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 37 L |
