2000 Audi A6 vs. 1967 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Audi A6. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Jaguar Type S 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 1967 Jaguar Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6, 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, 1967 Jaguar Type S (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A6. (230 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar Type S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1967 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A6 | Type S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
