2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 750 kg more than 1963 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XJ | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Jaguar | Wartburg |
Model | XJ | 312 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2460 mm |