1963 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 2012 BMW 730
To start off, 2012 BMW 730 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 730 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (50 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 730 weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1963 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, 2012 BMW 730 (540 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. 2012 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 1963 NSU Wankel Spider has manual transmission. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 NSU Wankel Spider | 2012 BMW 730 | |
| Make | NSU | BMW |
| Model | Wankel Spider | 730 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1000 cc | 2993 cc |
| Horse Power | 50 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 82 L |
