2009 BMW M3 vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 43 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 790 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | BMW | NSU |
| Model | M3 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |
