1965 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 33 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 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 690 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, 1998 Rover 75, 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, 1998 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 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 | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | NSU | Rover |
| Model | Wankel Spider | 75 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 495 cc | 1993 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |
