2007 Audi A6 vs. 1973 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Jaguar XJ. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 Audi A6.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A6. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 1973 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A6 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 90 L |
