1967 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 2007 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2007 Renault Laguna is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Laguna weights approximately 615 kg more than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Laguna, 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, 2007 Renault Laguna (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Laguna 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 | 2007 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | NSU | Renault |
| Model | Wankel Spider | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
