1983 Jaguar XJS vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1983 Jaguar XJS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Jaguar XJS (226 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1959 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1959 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 700 kg more than 1959 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, 1983 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Jaguar XJS | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Jaguar | Wartburg |
Model | XJS | 311 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |