2007 Mercedes-Benz B vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 41 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 2,034 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 635 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.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | NSU |
| Model | B | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2034 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 34 L |
