2008 BMW M3 vs. 1963 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1963 NSU Prinz. 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW M3 | 1963 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | M3 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
