1996 BMW 523 vs. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1996 BMW 523 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 523 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (50 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 523 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1963 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 BMW 523 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 523 | 1963 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | BMW | NSU |
Model | 523 | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1000 cc |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |