1965 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1981 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1981 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 870 kg more than 1965 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, 1981 Pontiac Firebird (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1965 NSU Wankel Spider | 1981 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | NSU | Pontiac |
Model | Wankel Spider | Firebird |
Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 495 cc | 3790 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 79 L |