1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 56 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 852 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, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Wartburg | Chevrolet |
Model | 312 | Camaro |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 312 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1812 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4836 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1389 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2852 mm |