| Attribute | NSU Sportsmax 1956 × | NSU Prima V 1962 × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Production from (year) | 1956 | 1962 |
| Make | NSU | NSU |
| Model | NSU Sportsmax | NSU Prima V |
| Category | Sport | Scooter |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Engine type | Single cylinder, four-stroke | Single cylinder, two-stroke |
| Fuel system | Carburettor. Amal | Carburettor. Bing |
| Displacement (cm³) | 247 | 175 |
| Power (kw) | 20.4 | 6.9 |
| Cooling system | Oil & air | Air |
| Transmission type,final drive | Chain | - |
| Bore (mm) | 69 | 62 |
| Stroke (mm) | 66 | 57.6 |
| Gearbox | - | 4-speed |
| Fuel control | Overhead Cams (OHC) | - |
| Ignition | Coil | Battery |
| Compression | 7.4:1 | - |
| Chassis | ||
| Rear suspension | Telescopic | - |
| Front brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Rear brakes | Expanding brake (drum brake) | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Front tyre | 2.75-18 | 3.50-10 |
| Rear tyre | - | 3.50-10 |
| Seat | Single | Two single seats |
| Wheels | Spoked | Spoked |
| Other | ||
| Starter | Kick | Electric |
| Dimensions | ||
| Dry weight (kg) | 112 | 138 |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1821 | 0.05 |
| Overall height (mm) | 950 | 965 |
| Overall length (mm) | 1,960 | 1,920 |
| Overall width (mm) | 500 | 650 |