1948 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 463 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A6 (441 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jaguar XK | 2013 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XK | A6 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1372 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4925 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2086 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2912 mm |
