2009 Mini Cooper vs. 1963 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 46 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (50 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mini Cooper weights approximately 425 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 1963 NSU Wankel Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mini Cooper | 1963 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Mini | NSU |
| Model | Cooper | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1000 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
