2005 BMW 318 vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 318 (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 318 weights approximately 735 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 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 318 | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 318 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
