1965 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1971 AC 428
To start off, 1971 AC 428 is newer by 6 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 AC 428 weights approximately 695 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, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 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 | 1971 AC 428 | |
Make | NSU | AC |
Model | Wankel Spider | 428 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 495 cc | 7003 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 639 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2450 mm |