1990 Chrysler Viper vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1990 Chrysler Viper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1990 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 855 kg more than 1964 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, 1990 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chrysler Viper | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Chrysler | NSU |
| Model | Viper | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2020 mm |
