2005 Audi S6 vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 2005 Audi S6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar F-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar F-Type would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Audi S6. (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi S6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S6 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1989 Jaguar F-Type.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi S6. (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi S6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S6 | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | S6 | F-Type |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
