2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 1965 NSU Wankel Spider
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 44 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1320 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.
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 Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 NSU Wankel Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Liberty | 1965 NSU Wankel Spider | |
Make | Jeep | NSU |
Model | Liberty | Wankel Spider |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 495 cc |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 34 L |