1965 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1995 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1995 TVR Cerbera is newer by 30 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 390 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, 1995 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 TVR Cerbera 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 | 1995 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | NSU | TVR |
Model | Wankel Spider | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 495 cc | 4185 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2580 mm |