1960 Jaguar MK IX vs. 1962 NSU Prinz
To start off, 1962 NSU Prinz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 1240 kg more than 1962 NSU Prinz. 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, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar MK IX | 1962 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Jaguar | NSU |
| Model | MK IX | Prinz |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 37 L |
