2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 37 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 615 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, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Ascari | NSU |
| Model | KZ1 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2020 mm |
