2005 BMW 325 vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 39 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 759 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 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 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 325 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
