1973 Audi Asso vs. 1960 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1973 Audi Asso is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1973 Audi Asso.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 1960 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 1960 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | Asso | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |
