1962 NSU Prinz vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1962 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1962 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 1388 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 NSU Prinz. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1962 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1962 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 NSU Prinz | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | NSU | Jaguar |
| Model | Prinz | XF |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 581 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 565 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 70 L |
