2003 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1963 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2003 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 40 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (390 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1963 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1963 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 542 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, 2003 Jaguar X-Type (443 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar X-Type | 1963 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Wartburg |
| Model | X-Type | 312 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 443 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.2:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |
