2008 Audi A4 vs. 1958 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jaguar MK IX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 1958 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A4 | MK IX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
