2004 BMW 530 vs. 1961 NSU Prinz IV
To start off, 2004 BMW 530 is newer by 43 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 2,924 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 530 (228 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 530 weights approximately 1005 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, 2004 BMW 530 (290 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 NSU Prinz IV. (44 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 NSU Prinz IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 530 | 1961 NSU Prinz IV | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 530 | Prinz IV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2924 cc | 598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
