2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 48 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), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 885 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Wartburg |
| Model | XKR | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 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 | 390 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
