2007 BMW 550 vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 2007 BMW 550 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 604 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 550 weights approximately 980 kg more than 1966 NSU 1000. 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 550 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1084 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
