1960 NSU Sport vs. 2010 BMW Z4
To start off, 2010 BMW Z4 is newer by 50 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW Z4 (182 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW Z4 weights approximately 964 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 NSU Sport | 2010 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | NSU | BMW |
| Model | Sport | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2497 mm |
