2009 BMW 125 vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 44 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 125 weights approximately 591 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, 2009 BMW 125 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | 125 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 495 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 34 L |
