2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1962 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 47 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1962 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1962 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 750 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Wartburg 311. 2009 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1962 Wartburg 311 has manual transmission. 1962 Wartburg 311 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 1962 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Wartburg |
| Model | S-Type | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| 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 | 301 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
