2008 Audi S4 vs. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign
To start off, 2008 Audi S4 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Audi S4.
Because 2008 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S4 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S4 | 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | S4 | Sovereign |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |
