1959 NSU Prinz I vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz I would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B5 weights approximately 1294 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz I. 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, 2011 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 659 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
1959 NSU Prinz I | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
Make | NSU | Alpina |
Model | Prinz I | B5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 583 cc | 4397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 109 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3150 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 70 L |