2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 45 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-250 weights approximately 231 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Ford | NSU |
Model | F-250 | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 497 cc |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 34 L |