1963 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1963 NSU Wankel Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 1,000 cc, 1963 NSU Wankel Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 NSU Wankel Spider (50 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 NSU Wankel Spider should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider weights approximately 135 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz. 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, 1963 NSU Wankel Spider (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 NSU Wankel Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
1963 NSU Wankel Spider | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
Make | NSU | NSU |
Model | Wankel Spider | Prinz |
Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 583 cc |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 43 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |