1996 Audi A8 vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1996 Audi A8 is newer by 31 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A8 weights approximately 985 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.
Because 1996 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Audi | NSU |
| Model | A8 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 495 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 34 L |
