1965 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur
To start off, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is newer by 31 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur weights approximately 1735 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, 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur 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 | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spur | |
Make | NSU | Rolls-Royce |
Model | Wankel Spider | Silver Spur |
Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 495 cc | 6750 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 108 L |