2008 BMW 330 vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz I would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz I. 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 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 330 | Prinz I |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 109 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 44 L |
