2009 BMW 635 vs. 1967 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2009 BMW 635 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 635 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 635 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1967 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 635 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 635 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 635 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Prinz. 2009 BMW 635 has automatic transmission and 1967 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1967 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 635 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 635 | 1967 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 635 | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
