1960 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2010 Audi A5 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A5 (261 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A5 weights approximately 312 kg more than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A5 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 A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar 3.8. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar 3.8.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Jaguar 3.8 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
Make | Jaguar | Audi |
Model | 3.8 | A5 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 67 L |