2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 43 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1983 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.
Because 2009 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Land Rover | NSU |
Model | Discovery | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 497 cc |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2718 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 34 L |