1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (138 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 580 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 Volkswagen CC (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Wartburg 312 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Wartburg | Volkswagen |
Model | 312 | CC |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 98 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2708 mm |