1999 BMW M5 vs. 1961 NSU Prinz IV
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 NSU Prinz IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 NSU Prinz IV would be higher. At 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M5 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. 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, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (44 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 1961 NSU Prinz IV | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | M5 | Prinz IV |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Top Speed | 295 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
