1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 14 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 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (105 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 1065 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (274 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Buick | NSU |
Model | LeSabre | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1981 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 497 cc |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 274 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2020 mm |