2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1966 NSU Prinz
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU Prinz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU Prinz would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (420 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1966 NSU Prinz. (30 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1966 NSU Prinz.
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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 NSU Prinz. (42 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 NSU Prinz. 2009 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1966 NSU Prinz has manual transmission. 1966 NSU Prinz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1966 NSU Prinz | |
| Make | Jaguar | NSU |
| Model | XF | Prinz |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| 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 | 420 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 37 L |
