2006 Audi A8 vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 2006 Audi A8 is newer by 17 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 4,134 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2006 Audi A8. (322 HP @ 3750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A8 weights approximately 445 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, 2006 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar F-Type. (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar F-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A8 | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | F-Type |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4134 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2600 mm |
