1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 770 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 312 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Wartburg | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 312 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2720 mm |
