1991 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1991 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 1017 kg more than 1965 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, 1991 Ford Thunderbird (373 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Thunderbird | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Thunderbird | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 495 cc |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 34 L |
