1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1967 NSU Wankel Spider is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 179 kg more than 1967 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Aston Martin | NSU |
| Model | DB3 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
