1994 BMW M5 vs. 1965 NSU 1200
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU 1200 would be higher. At 3,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1965 NSU 1200. (54 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1965 NSU 1200. 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, 1994 BMW M5 (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU 1200. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M5 | 1965 NSU 1200 | |
Make | BMW | NSU |
Model | M5 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3793 cc | 1177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 133 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1786 kg | 716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |