1968 MG MGB vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1968 MG MGB is newer by 3 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 MG MGB weights approximately 145 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, 1968 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 MG MGB | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | MG | NSU |
| Model | MGB | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 495 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2020 mm |
