2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2008 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 545 kg more than 1962 Wartburg 311. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar X-Type | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Wartburg |
| Model | X-Type | 311 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 43 L |
