2009 BMW 330 vs. 1962 NSU Prinz

To start off, 2009 BMW 330 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1962 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, 2009 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 330 1962 NSU Prinz
Make BMW NSU
Model 330 Prinz
Year Released 2009 1962
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 2996 cc 581 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 228 HP 30 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 42 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 76 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 66 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 7.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1365 kg 565 kg
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


 

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