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NSU Wankel Spider 1963

General information

ModelNSU Wankel Spider
Year1963
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating55.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1000 ccm (61.02 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationRear
Displacement1000 ccm (61.02 cubic inches)
Max power51.4 PS (38 kW or 51 HP) at 6000 Rev. per min.
Max torque71.00 Nm (7.2 kgf-m or 52.4 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed148.0 km/h (92.0 mph)
0-60 miles16.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0739 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space3030 litres (801 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight700 kg (1,543.2 pounds)
Overall length3640 mm (143.3 inches)
Overall width1530 mm (60.2 inches)
Overall height1270 mm (50.0 inches)
Wheelbase2030 mm (79.9 inches)
Fuel capacity34.0 litres (8.98 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originGermany
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