1964 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1877 kg more than 1964 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1964 NSU Wankel Spider | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | NSU | Cadillac |
Model | Wankel Spider | Escalade |
Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 6200 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2612 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 5662 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1918 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 117 L |