1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2009 Audi TT
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP) has 219 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi TT weights approximately 485 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Wartburg 312 | 2009 Audi TT | |
| Make | Wartburg | Audi |
| Model | 312 | TT |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
