1964 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 2010 Ford Ranger

To start off, 2010 Ford Ranger is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ranger (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Ranger weights approximately 712 kg more than 1964 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, 2010 Ford Ranger (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.

Compare all specifications:

1964 NSU Wankel Spider 2010 Ford Ranger
Make NSU Ford
Model Wankel Spider Ranger
Year Released 1964 2010
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 497 cc 2300 cc
Horse Power 49 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 735 kg 1447 kg
Vehicle Length 3590 mm 5171 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1763 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1684 mm
Wheelbase Size 2020 mm 3193 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 74 L


 

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