2004 Maserati Coupe vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2004 Maserati Coupe is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Coupe (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 935 kg more than 1967 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 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Coupe | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Maserati | NSU |
| Model | Coupe | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4244 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 34 L |
