1957 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1958 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1958 Wartburg 312 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jeep CJ5 (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1958 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, 1957 Jeep CJ5 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Jeep CJ5 | 1958 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Jeep | Wartburg |
| Model | CJ5 | 312 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2460 mm |
