2000 Audi R8 vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2000 Audi R8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,595 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi R8 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1474 kg more than 2000 Audi R8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Audi R8 (339 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm). This means 2000 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi R8 | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | R8 | XK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
