2009 BMW 335 vs. 1967 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Prinz 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 270 more horse power than 1967 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1967 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 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1967 NSU Prinz | |
Make | BMW | NSU |
Model | 335 | Prinz |
Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 34 L |