2007 BMW 650 vs. 1969 NSU 1000
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1969 NSU 1000. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1969 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 960 kg more than 1969 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 NSU 1000. (90 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 NSU 1000. 2007 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 1969 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1969 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 1969 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 650 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
