2006 BMW M3 vs. 1960 NSU Sport
To start off, 2006 BMW M3 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 NSU Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 NSU Sport would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 1054 kg more than 1960 NSU Sport. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 1960 NSU Sport | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | M3 | Sport |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2010 mm |
