1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (50 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1963 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1963 NSU Wankel Spider has manual transmission. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1963 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
| Model | Caprice | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1000 cc |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 34 L |
