2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1955 Wartburg 311
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 311. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 311. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 660 kg more than 1955 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 XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 311. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 311.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 1955 Wartburg 311 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Wartburg |
| Model | XK | 311 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 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 | 410 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 | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2460 mm |
