1973 BMW 525 vs. 1963 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1973 BMW 525 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW 525 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1963 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW 525 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1963 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, 1973 BMW 525 (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1973 BMW 525 | 1963 NSU Prinz | |
Make | BMW | NSU |
Model | 525 | Prinz |
Year Released | 1973 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |