1957 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1957 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan should accelerate faster than 1957 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1957 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 Dodge Grand Caravan (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Wartburg | Dodge |
| Model | 312 | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 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 | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
