1960 NSU Sport vs. 1990 BMW 850
To start off, 1990 BMW 850 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 NSU Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 NSU Sport would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW 850 (297 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 850 weights approximately 1274 kg more than 1960 NSU Sport. 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. 1990 BMW 850 has automatic transmission and 1960 NSU Sport has manual transmission. 1960 NSU Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 BMW 850 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 NSU Sport | 1990 BMW 850 | |
| Make | NSU | BMW |
| Model | Sport | 850 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2690 mm |
