2008 BMW 335 vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 335 weights approximately 825 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 335 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
