2002 Cadillac XLR vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2002 Cadillac XLR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 4,570 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac XLR (316 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 919 kg more than 1967 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, 2002 Cadillac XLR (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac XLR | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Cadillac | NSU |
| Model | XLR | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4570 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |
