1963 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 2006 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2006 Toyota MR2 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (50 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider.
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, 2006 Toyota MR2 (231 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1963 NSU Wankel Spider | 2006 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | NSU | Toyota |
Model | Wankel Spider | MR2 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
Engine Size | 1000 cc | 1799 cc |
Horse Power | 50 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |