1971 Audi Variant vs. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1971 Audi Variant is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Audi Variant. (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1971 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 716 kg more than 1971 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1948 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Audi Variant, 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, 1948 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Audi Variant. (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Audi Variant | 1948 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | Variant | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3060 mm |
