1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 913 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Wartburg 312 | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
Make | Wartburg | Chrysler |
Model | 312 | Sebring |
Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1873 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2770 mm |