2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (391 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 875 kg more than 1958 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Wartburg |
| Model | S-Type | 312 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2460 mm |
