1965 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 2006 BMW 320
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 320 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 320 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. 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 320 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1965 NSU Wankel Spider | 2006 BMW 320 | |
Make | NSU | BMW |
Model | Wankel Spider | 320 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 495 cc | 1995 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |