2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (420 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Wartburg |
| Model | XF | 312 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| 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 | 420 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2460 mm |
