2008 Audi A3 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 260 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 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, 2008 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A3 | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 77 L |
