2009 Audi A8 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,936 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (272 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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 A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | A8 | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3936 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 77 L |
