2008 BMW 320 vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 42 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 320 (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 715 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, 2008 BMW 320 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 320 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |
