2006 Audi A3 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A3 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 1959 Jaguar XK 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 XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3, 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 XK (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A3 | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2600 mm |
