2005 Alpina B3 vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2005 Alpina B3 is newer by 38 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alpina B3 weights approximately 715 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, 2005 Alpina B3 (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alpina B3 | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Alpina | NSU |
| Model | B3 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
