2009 Jeep Commander vs. 1964 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (305 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Commander weights approximately 663 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 Jeep Commander (453 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 1964 NSU Wankel Spider | |
| Make | Jeep | NSU |
| Model | Commander | Wankel Spider |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 497 cc |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
