1946 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (280 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volkswagen |
| Model | Mark IV | Passat |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 2771 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2710 mm |
