1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 2009 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2009 Opel Insignia is newer by 54 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 312 | 2009 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Wartburg | Opel |
| Model | 312 | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2737 mm |
