1984 Jaguar XJS vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1984 Jaguar XJS is newer by 26 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jaguar XJS (217 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 660 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, 1984 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jaguar XJS | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Wartburg |
| Model | XJS | 312 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |
