2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 1959 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1959 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1959 NSU Prinz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 1091 kg more than 1959 NSU Prinz. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 NSU Prinz. (43 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 NSU Prinz. 2007 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1959 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1959 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 1959 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Jaguar | NSU |
| Model | XJR | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2010 mm |
