2003 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2003 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 38 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 947 kg more than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Buick Park Avenue | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Buick | NSU |
Model | Park Avenue | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 2003 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 495 cc |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |