1997 Jaguar XK vs. 1973 NSU 1000
To start off, 1997 Jaguar XK is newer by 24 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jaguar XK weights approximately 910 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, 1997 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000. 1997 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1973 NSU 1000 has manual transmission. 1973 NSU 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jaguar XK | 1973 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | NSU |
| Model | XK | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 290 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2260 mm |
