1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim 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 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1010 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 Bristol Blenheim (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bristol Blenheim | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Bristol | NSU |
Model | Blenheim | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1996 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 495 cc |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2020 mm |