1989 Maserati 420 vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1989 Maserati 420 is newer by 22 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 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 420 weights approximately 440 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.
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 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 420 | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Maserati | NSU |
| Model | 420 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2020 mm |
