2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 44 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Chevrolet | NSU |
| Model | Suburban | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 495 cc |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 34 L |
