2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1966 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 505 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | NSU |
| Model | SLK | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 34 L |
