2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 696 kg more than 1955 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 XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJR | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Jaguar | Wartburg |
Model | XJR | 312 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
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 | 399 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 553 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2460 mm |