2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 888 kg more than 1966 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Wartburg |
| Model | XKR | 312 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
