1965 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 46 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (433 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1249 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Maserati Quattroporte 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 | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | NSU | Maserati |
Model | Wankel Spider | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 495 cc | 4700 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7100 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |