1995 Honda Legend vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider

To start off, 1995 Honda Legend is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 3,205 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 815 kg more than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 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 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend, 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, 1995 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Honda Legend 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
Make Honda NSU
Model Legend Wankel Spider
Year Released 1995 1967
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 3205 cc 497 cc
Horse Power 201 HP 49 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 74 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 735 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 3590 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1270 mm


 

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