1963 NSU 1000 LS vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 NSU 1000 LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 NSU 1000 LS 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 500 more horse power than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (42 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 611 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 NSU 1000 LS. (70 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 NSU 1000 LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 NSU 1000 LS | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | NSU | Jaguar |
| Model | 1000 LS | XK |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2752 mm |
