1984 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 17 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 703 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, 1984 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
Model | Corvette | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 497 cc |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |