1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2011 Audi A8
To start off, 2011 Audi A8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A8 (345 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
Because 2011 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi A8 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 A8 (800 Nm) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jaguar XJ6. (299 Nm). This means 2011 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | 2011 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Audi |
| Model | XJ6 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 4134 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2992 mm |
