2005 BMW 325 vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 41 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 729 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, 2005 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 325 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
