2001 Caterham Beaulieu vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Caterham Beaulieu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Caterham Beaulieu.
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, 2001 Caterham Beaulieu (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Caterham Beaulieu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Caterham Beaulieu | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Caterham | NSU |
| Model | Beaulieu | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 495 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 34 L |
