1972 Jaguar Sovereign vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign.
Because 2011 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Jaguar Sovereign | 2011 Audi A6 | |
Make | Jaguar | Audi |
Model | Sovereign | A6 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5342 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4934 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2833 mm |