2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1966 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 41 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1966 Wartburg 312. (44 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1966 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 713 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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1966 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Wartburg |
| Model | S-Type | 312 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 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 | 43 L |
