1966 DAF 44 vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1966 DAF 44 is newer by 1 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 844 cc (2 cylinders), 1966 DAF 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 NSU Wankel Spider (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 NSU Wankel Spider should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 DAF 44 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
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, 1965 NSU Wankel Spider (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1965 NSU Wankel Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF 44 | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | DAF | NSU |
| Model | 44 | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 495 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2020 mm |
