1965 Maserati Mistral vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1965 Maserati Mistral is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 3,484 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati Mistral (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati Mistral weights approximately 505 kg more than 1964 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, 1965 Maserati Mistral (325 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm). This means 1965 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Maserati Mistral | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Maserati | NSU |
| Model | Mistral | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3484 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2020 mm |
