Germany vs Germany — 1968 vs 1967
| Prinz 1000 TT | 1600-2 Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 70 hp | 85 hp |
| Torque | 63 lb-ft | 94 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1,573 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 14.5 sec | 13.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 96 mph | 96 mph |
| Weight | 1,554 lbs | 2,072 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,020 mm | 2,500 mm |
| Length | 3,780 mm | 4,220 mm |
| Units Produced | 2,400 | 338,000 |
| Original MSRP | — | $2,200 |
| Value (Excellent) | $35,000 | $45,000 |
| Collectibility | 7/10 | 7/10 |
| Rarity | 8/10 | 5/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1968 NSU Prinz 1000 TT brings lighter weight, greater rarity to the table, and the 1967 BMW 1600-2 Standard answers with more power, quicker acceleration. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
In the world of Compact Sport Sedan cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 1968 NSU Prinz 1000 TT versus the 1967 BMW 1600-2 Standard. Both hail from Muscle era and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. On paper, the two are remarkably close in power output, with the 1968 NSU Prinz 1000 TT producing 70 hp and the 1967 BMW 1600-2 Standard delivering 85 hp. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the NSU Prinz 1000 uses a Inline-4 OHC displacing 996 cc, while the BMW 1600-2 relies on a Inline-4 SOHC with 1,573 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 1967 BMW 1600-2 Standard edges ahead at 13.5 seconds versus 14.5 seconds. The NSU Prinz 1000 carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 518 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 2,400 units built, the 1968 NSU Prinz 1000 TT is considerably scarcer than the BMW 1600-2's 338,000 examples. Both trade at comparable values on the collector market, making the choice between them largely one of personal preference.