1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 10 is newer by 35 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (50 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 992 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, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Alpina B 10 | 1963 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Alpina | NSU |
Model | B 10 | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1000 cc |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 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 | 1692 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 |