1957 Jaguar XK vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 527 kg more than 1957 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jaguar XK | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XK | A8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3440 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5062 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2944 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
