2005 Land Rover Defender vs. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 42 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 2,494 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (50 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1417 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.
Because 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Defender | 1963 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Land Rover | NSU |
| Model | Defender | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1000 cc |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2117 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 34 L |
