1992 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1992 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 29 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (50 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 950 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.
Because 1963 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 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (260 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. 1992 Buick Park Avenue 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. 1992 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Buick Park Avenue | 1963 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Buick | NSU |
Model | Park Avenue | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1000 cc |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 50 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2030 mm |