2009 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Because 2009 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A6 (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1960 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A6 | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
