2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1957 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 660 kg more than 1957 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 1957 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Wartburg |
| Model | S-Type | 312 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
