2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 NSU Wankel Spider would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 545 kg more than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Honda | NSU |
| Model | Ridgeline | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 495 cc |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 34 L |
