1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 1961 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1961 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 1961 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 840 kg more than 1961 Wartburg 312. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Wartburg 312, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 1961 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Wartburg |
| Model | Vanden Plas | 312 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2460 mm |
