1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP) has 493 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 880 kg more than 1958 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Wartburg 312 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Wartburg | Jaguar |
| Model | 312 | XK |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 542 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2752 mm |
