1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 208 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (50 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1963 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, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 208 | 1963 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Ferrari | NSU |
| Model | 208 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1000 cc |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 34 L |
