1958 Wartburg 312 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 54 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP) has 261 more horse power than 1958 Wartburg 312. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1958 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 291 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Wartburg 312 | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Wartburg | Chevrolet |
Model | 312 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 992 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 310 HP |
Torque | 98 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3310 mm |