2003 Lexus IS vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2003 Lexus IS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus IS weights approximately 805 kg more than 1966 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, 2003 Lexus IS (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus IS | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Lexus | NSU |
| Model | IS | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |
