2008 BMW 545 vs. 1965 NSU 1000
To start off, 2008 BMW 545 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1000. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1965 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1000. (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 545 | 1965 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 545 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
