1984 Audi 90 vs. 1960 Jaguar 3.8
To start off, 1984 Audi 90 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1984 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar 3.8 weights approximately 392 kg more than 1984 Audi 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Audi 90. (168 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Audi 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Audi 90 | 1960 Jaguar 3.8 | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | 90 | 3.8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1448 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
