1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 55 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Wartburg 312 | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Wartburg | Buick |
Model | 312 | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2837 mm |