1992 Ford Falcon vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1992 Ford Falcon is newer by 27 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 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Falcon (161 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Falcon weights approximately 710 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, 1992 Ford Falcon (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Falcon | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Ford | NSU |
Model | Falcon | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1992 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3948 cc | 495 cc |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2020 mm |