1989 Ford Sierra vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1989 Ford Sierra is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Sierra (125 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 393 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, 1989 Ford Sierra (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Sierra | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Sierra | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
