2009 BMW 335 vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1966 NSU 1000. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU 1000.
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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU 1000. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 335 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1084 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
