1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 44 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP) has 191 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 667 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Wartburg |
| Model | S-Type | 311 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |
