2006 BMW 525 vs. 1973 NSU 1000
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000.
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 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1973 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 525 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 996 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
