1994 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1994 Audi A6 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 57 kg more than 1994 Audi A6.
Because 1994 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi A6 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, 1994 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Audi A6 | 1959 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A6 | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3050 mm |
