2003 BMW 530 vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2003 BMW 530 is newer by 39 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 530 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 530 weights approximately 837 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, 2003 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 530 | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | BMW | NSU |
Model | 530 | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 2003 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 497 cc |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |