1947 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1965 NSU Wankel Spider is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 1055 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, 1947 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1947 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Jaguar Mark IV | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Jaguar | NSU |
Model | Mark IV | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1947 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3485 cc | 495 cc |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2020 mm |