1967 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 44 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1700 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.
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, 2011 GMC Envoy (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy 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 | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | NSU | GMC |
| Model | Wankel Spider | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 4161 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |
