2008 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Jaguar MK IX

To start off, 2008 Audi A4 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 400 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 1960 Jaguar MK IX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Jaguar MK IX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Jaguar MK IX (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.

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2008 Audi A4 1960 Jaguar MK IX
Make Audi Jaguar
Model A4 MK IX
Year Released 2008 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1896 cc 3781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 220 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 19.0:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1405 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
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.1 L/100km 11.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 90 L