1967 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1974 Holden Belmont is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 630 kg more than 1967 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | NSU | Holden |
| Model | Wankel Spider | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 4141 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2830 mm |
