2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 38 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1105 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 34 L |
