1965 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1999 Opel Vectra is newer by 34 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 735 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, 1999 Opel Vectra, 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, 1999 Opel Vectra (187 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra 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 | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
Make | NSU | Opel |
Model | Wankel Spider | Vectra |
Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 495 cc | 1998 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2650 mm |