1965 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 19 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (123 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 475 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.
Because 1965 NSU Wankel Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Pontiac Grand Am (204 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Pontiac Grand Am 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 | 1984 Pontiac Grand Am | |
Make | NSU | Pontiac |
Model | Wankel Spider | Grand Am |
Year Released | 1965 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 495 cc | 2966 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2630 mm |