2009 BMW 325 vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz.
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, 2009 BMW 325 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 325 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
