1996 BMW 523 vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1996 BMW 523 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 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 121 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 523 weights approximately 810 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, 1996 BMW 523 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 523 | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | BMW | NSU |
Model | 523 | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 495 cc |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |