1960 NSU Sport vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 NSU Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 NSU Sport would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 512 more horse power than 1960 NSU Sport. (30 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1960 NSU Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1334 kg more than 1960 NSU Sport. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 NSU Sport | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | NSU | Jaguar |
| Model | Sport | XK |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2752 mm |
