1960 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (217 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar 3.8 weights approximately 478 kg more than 1955 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Jaguar 3.8 | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Jaguar | Wartburg |
Model | 3.8 | 311 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3781 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 325 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2460 mm |