1953 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1955 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1955 Wartburg 312 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 5,423 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Cadillac Eldorado (128 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1210 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, 1953 Cadillac Eldorado (446 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1953 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Cadillac Eldorado | 1955 Wartburg 312 | |
Make | Cadillac | Wartburg |
Model | Eldorado | 312 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5423 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2460 mm |