1990 Buick Electra vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 23 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 840 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, 1990 Buick Electra, 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Buick | NSU |
Model | Electra | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1990 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 497 cc |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2020 mm |