1992 Lamborghini Diablo vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 26 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 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 865 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, 1992 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lamborghini Diablo | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Lamborghini | NSU |
| Model | Diablo | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5707 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 34 L |
