2006 BMW 130 vs. 1967 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2006 BMW 130 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1967 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Prinz.
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, 2006 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Prinz. 2006 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 1967 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1967 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 1967 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 130 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 34 L |
