1963 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 6,299 cc (3 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 334 kg more than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar S-Type. (325 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Jaguar S-Type | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | S-Type | A8 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 6299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5137 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2992 mm |
