1946 Jaguar Mark IV vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 66 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, 2012 Audi A6 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (124 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 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, 2012 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. 2012 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 1946 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | Mark IV | A6 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3485 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2913 mm |
