1998 BMW 318 vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 575 kg more than 1966 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 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 318 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 34 L |
