1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1963 NSU Wankel Spider is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 (120 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (50 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1963 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, 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1963 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | NSU |
| Model | 220 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1000 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 34 L |
