2007 Audi A8 vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 18 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar F-Type. (350 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar F-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 648 kg more than 1989 Jaguar F-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar F-Type. (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar F-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | F-Type |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2600 mm |
