1994 Jaguar XJS vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJS is newer by 39 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJS (223 HP) has 174 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 760 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, 1994 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jaguar XJS | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | Jaguar | Wartburg |
Model | XJS | 311 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 377 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2460 mm |