1997 Ford Contour vs. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1997 Ford Contour is newer by 34 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (50 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Contour weights approximately 690 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, 1997 Ford Contour, 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, 1997 Ford Contour (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Contour | 1963 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Ford | NSU |
| Model | Contour | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1000 cc |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |
