2007 Cadillac STS vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2007 Cadillac STS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac STS (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac STS weights approximately 903 kg more than 1964 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, 2007 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac STS | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Cadillac | NSU |
| Model | STS | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 34 L |
