2004 Audi A4 vs. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 2004 Audi A4 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A4 (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 Audi A4.
Because 1949 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A4 | 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A4 | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3060 mm |
