1999 Audi A4 vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Audi A4. (247 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 595 kg more than 1999 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Jaguar Sovereign 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 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4, 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi A4. (321 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A4 | Sovereign |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
