1967 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1967 NSU Wankel Spider is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 1,192 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 NSU Wankel Spider (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 NSU Wankel Spider should accelerate faster than 1955 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 5 kg more than 1967 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, 1955 Volkswagen Beetle (89 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1967 NSU Wankel Spider | 1955 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | NSU | Volkswagen |
Model | Wankel Spider | Beetle |
Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1192 cc |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 89 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2410 mm |