1965 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 47 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 745 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.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | NSU | Porsche |
| Model | Wankel Spider | 911 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 495 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 67 L |
