1973 NSU 1000 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 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 504 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1973 NSU 1000. 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 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 NSU 1000 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | NSU | Jaguar |
| Model | 1000 | XK |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2752 mm |
