1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Audi A5
To start off, 2011 Audi A5 is newer by 53 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 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A5 (261 HP) has 212 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A5 weights approximately 790 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, 2011 Audi A5 (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Wartburg | Audi |
| Model | 312 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 261 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2751 mm |
