2008 BMW 750 vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2008 BMW 750 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 750 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 750 weights approximately 999 kg more than 1965 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, 2008 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3499 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 750 | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | BMW | NSU |
Model | 750 | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 495 cc |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3499 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 34 L |