1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1210 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 Porsche Cayenne (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (82 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Wartburg 312 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Wartburg | Porsche |
Model | 312 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 900 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1938 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2896 mm |