1966 NSU Wankel Spider vs. 2013 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 47 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 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1080 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, 2013 Aston Martin DB9 (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 NSU Wankel Spider | 2013 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | NSU | Aston Martin |
| Model | Wankel Spider | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 497 cc | 5900 cc |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2020 mm | 2745 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
