1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 35 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 1015 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.
Because 1964 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 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport, 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, 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport (286 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
| Model | Trans Sport | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2020 mm |
