1991 Audi 100 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1991 Audi 100 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100.
Because 1959 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (265 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | 100 | XK |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2461 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
