2007 Audi S4 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Audi S4 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi S4 (341 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Audi S4 (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi S4 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | S4 | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.7 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
