1972 Dodge Monaco vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1972 Dodge Monaco 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 5,895 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Monaco (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 1185 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 Monaco (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Dodge Monaco | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Dodge | NSU |
| Model | Monaco | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5895 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2020 mm |
