1967 Jaguar 240 vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1967 Jaguar 240 is newer by 2 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 785 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jaguar 240 (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jaguar 240 | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Jaguar | NSU |
Model | 240 | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1967 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 495 cc |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 34 L |