2003 Audi A8 vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 2003 Audi A8 is newer by 31 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 19 more horse power than 2003 Audi A8. (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 2003 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A8 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, 2003 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A8 | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | Sovereign |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2870 mm |
