2008 BMW 330 vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1968 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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 330 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 82 L |
