2009 Audi R8 vs. 1968 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 731 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Jaguar Type S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1968 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Audi | Jaguar |
| Model | R8 | Type S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Middle | 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 | 420 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1626 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
