2008 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (189 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 Audi A6.
Because 2008 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK II. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A6. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A6 | MK II |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
