1998 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1998 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1964 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 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Infiniti Q45 | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Infiniti | NSU |
Model | Q45 | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1998 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4130 cc | 497 cc |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 378 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |