2006 BMW Z4 vs. 1971 NSU 1000
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1971 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1971 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 666 kg more than 1971 NSU 1000. 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 1971 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | Z4 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2260 mm |
