1967 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 2012 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Routan is newer by 45 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (283 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Routan should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 1349 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, 2012 Volkswagen Routan, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Routan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Routan 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 | 2012 Volkswagen Routan | |
| Make | NSU | Volkswagen |
| Model | Wankel Spider | Routan |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 3600 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 78 L |
