1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1973 NSU 1000
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 26 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 977 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 1973 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Jaguar | NSU |
| Model | S-Type | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2260 mm |
