1955 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Saab 9-4X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1955 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Wartburg 312. (81 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Wartburg | Saab |
| Model | 312 | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 900 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2807 mm |
