2005 Audi S4 vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 47 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 259 kg more than 1958 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi S4 (410 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | S4 | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 106 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
