1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1973 Jaguar XJ is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1966 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, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Jaguar XJ | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Jaguar | NSU |
Model | XJ | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1973 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5344 cc | 497 cc |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 409 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 34 L |