1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1968 NSU 1000
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1968 NSU 1000. (70 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1968 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 953 kg more than 1968 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 NSU 1000. (83 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK8 | 1968 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | NSU |
| Model | XK8 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
