1996 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1996 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 29 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1695 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, 1996 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Brooklands | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Bentley | NSU |
Model | Brooklands | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 497 cc |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2020 mm |