2008 BMW 120 vs. 1974 NSU 1000
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 120 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1974 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1974 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 690 kg more than 1974 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, 2008 BMW 120 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 NSU 1000. 2008 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 1974 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1974 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 1974 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 120 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
