1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (235 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 850 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 Volvo XC60 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Wartburg 312 | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Wartburg | Volvo |
Model | 312 | XC60 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 235 HP |
Torque | 98 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2774 mm |