1971 Audi 100 vs. 1998 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Audi 100 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1971 Audi 100. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1971 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Jaguar XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi 100. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi 100 | 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | 100 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1871 cc | 3981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2920 mm |
