1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Evora weights approximately 412 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 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Wartburg | Lotus |
| Model | 312 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2576 mm |
