1992 Ferrari 348 vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 25 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 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 730 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, 1992 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 348 | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Ferrari | NSU |
| Model | 348 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 34 L |
