2009 BMW M3 vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1968 NSU 1000. 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 M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | M3 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
