1974 BMW 3 vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1974 BMW 3 is newer by 10 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 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 3 weights approximately 698 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, 1974 BMW 3 (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 3 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2020 mm |
