1965 Jaguar MK II vs. 1965 NSU Autonova
To start off, both 1965 Jaguar MK II and 1965 NSU Autonova were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1965 NSU Autonova. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1965 NSU Autonova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 715 kg more than 1965 NSU Autonova. 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:
| 1965 Jaguar MK II | 1965 NSU Autonova | |
| Make | Jaguar | NSU |
| Model | MK II | Autonova |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 1085 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 37 L |
