1972 Dodge Dart vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 5 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 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 660 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Dart | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Dodge | NSU |
| Model | Dart | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2020 mm |
