2007 Honda Element vs. 1967 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 40 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
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, 2007 Honda Element, 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1967 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Element | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 34 L |
