1970 Ford GT 40 vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1970 Ford GT 40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1964 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, 1970 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm). This means 1970 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford GT 40 | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | GT 40 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 34 L |
