1973 Audi Asso vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Asso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Asso would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1973 Audi Asso. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Audi Asso. (163 Nm). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Audi Asso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Audi Asso | 2002 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | Asso | XJ |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2880 mm |
