1961 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,779 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 335 kg more than 2012 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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 TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jaguar MK IX | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | MK IX | TT |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3779 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
