1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2010 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2010 Dodge Ram is newer by 52 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Ram (350 HP) has 301 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1567 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, 2010 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 729 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Wartburg 312 | 2010 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Wartburg | Dodge |
Model | 312 | Ram |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 6690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 350 HP |
Torque | 98 Nm | 827 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 6300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 4080 mm |