2004 BMW 525 vs. 1959 NSU Prinz I
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 45 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 1234 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, 2004 BMW 525 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz I. (41 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz I.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 1959 NSU Prinz I | |
Make | BMW | NSU |
Model | 525 | Prinz I |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 583 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 109 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 44 L |