2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (50 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 750 kg more than 1963 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, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (71 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 1963 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
| Model | Corvette | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1000 cc |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 34 L |
