2005 Audi A4 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2005 Audi A4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (160 HP @ 1950 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK II 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 1959 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (225 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A4 | MK II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1950 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
